Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

BayCare Health System; St. Josephs Cove; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k match and yearly contribution

Performance bonuses

Community discounts

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to support patient care at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on delivering OT services in acute care, evaluating patient needs under supervision, and guiding rehabilitation to improve daily living activities.

Join a collaborative team in a facility known for advanced medical technologies and high-quality care. This full-time position includes competitive benefits and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• OTA (Occupational Therapy Assistant) certification.
• Required Associate's Occupational Therapy degree.
• Preferred Bachelor's Occupational Therapy degree.
• Preferred 1 year of Occupational Therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of occupational therapy services to patients in acute care.
• Assist in evaluating patient needs and progress under supervision of an OT.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve motor skills, cognition, and ADLs.
• Carry out treatment plans as designed by the OT; modify techniques as needed.
• Educate patients and families about exercises and adaptive equipment.
• Teach safe task performance and activity management for daily living.
• Maintain accurate patient progress records and progress notes.
• Document daily therapy sessions and notes per hospital guidelines.
• Collaborate with OTs, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in case conferences to discuss progress and modify plans.
• May supervise Rehabilitation Technicians.

Education

Associate's Occupational Therapy

Bachelor's Occupational Therapy

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our patients at St. Joseph's Hospital. St. Joseph's Hospital is well known for its advanced medical technologies and outstanding patient care, with more than 70 specialties represented among our medical teams. As part of the community since 1934, St. Joseph's Hospital has been a partner for continued health and wellness.

• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts
• AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Responsibilities

• Acute care COTA is responsible for assisting in the delivery of occupational therapy services to patients within the acute care hospital.
• Assist in evaluating patients' needs and progress under the supervision of an OT.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to help patients improve motor skills, cognitive abilities, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Carry out treatment plans as designed by the Occupational Therapist, modifying techniques based on patient responses.
• Educate patients and their families about therapeutic exercises, techniques, and adaptive equipment to support recovery.
• Teach patients how to safely perform tasks and manage physical challenges they may face during daily activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of patient progress, responses to treatments, and any changes in condition.
• Document daily therapy sessions, goals, and any relevant notes in accordance with hospital and regulatory guidelines.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team including OTs, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to plan and deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in case conferences and team meetings to discuss patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• May provide direct clinical supervision for Rehabilitation Technicians.

Requirements

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• OTA (Occupational Therapy Assistant)
• Required Associate's Occupational Therapy
• Preferred Bachelor's Occupational Therapy
• Preferred 1 year Occupational Therapy

Location: St Josephs Main Hospital - Tampa, FL

Status: Full Time, Exempt: No

Shift Hours: 5 8-hour shifts or 4 10-hour shifts

Shift: Days

Weekend Work: Every Other

On Call: No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled