Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Performs patient care services planned, delegated and supervised by the therapist. Documents treatments and progress in the patient’s progress notes. Participates in education of the patient and significant other and assesses the results of same and informs the therapist of patient’s return demonstration. Administers treatments and occupational agents as directed by the therapist following evaluation of the patient. Assists with the restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or disability. Assists patient to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while living within the limits of their capabilities.  Performs other duties as assigned.

• A graduate of an accredited school for Occupational Therapy Assistants and completion of clinical requirements resulting in attainment of a two-year associate degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Must have successfully passed the State examination and be certified or certificate eligible in the state of Indiana.
• CPR certification or must obtain at next available class upon hire.

• Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, providers and other hospital personnel on a one-to-one basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
• Developed computer skills and the ability to learn and proficiently perform patient care applications, echarting, email and other standards applications related to the department operations and job function.
• Strong customer service skills, with special emphasis on patient centered care. 
• Ability to promote compassion and a therapeutic environment. 
• Ability to manage multiple issues simultaneously and appropriately prioritize based on patient needs. 
• Basic working understanding of concepts of infection control principles to prevent the spread of infection to patients, self and others. 
• Ability to react appropriately in any environment or situation. 
• General awareness and understanding of legal implication of patient care activities and self-performance while performing job duties. 
• Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.

• Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking. 
• Work may be subject to interruptions. 
• Risk of occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards. 
• Works with protected health information. 
• Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.

• Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner. 
• Uses computer and other standard office equipment. 
• Uses patient care tools and equipment as they relate to area of clinical specialty.