Assistant Occupational Therapy COTA

Ascension; Baltimore (MD); In loco; USD 65.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling resources

Descrizione del lavoro

Ascension's Saint Agnes Ascension in Baltimore, MD seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to implement treatment plans and monitor patient progress. The role involves educating patients and families, assisting discharge planning, and may supervise Therapy 3-Technicians under regulatory standards.

You will work within the Occupational Therapy Department on a rotating/PRN schedule, contributing to a compassionate Catholic health system that supports growth and patient-centered care.

Competenze

• BLS certification within 1 month of hire (AHA or Red Cross accepted).
• NBCOT or Maryland-accepted COTA credential preferred as applicable.
• COTA credentialed from NBCOT required prior to hire or transfer.

Mansioni

• Implements established treatment plans and documents patient progress; seeks consultation as needed.
• Monitors patient responses and communicates progress and potential goal revisions to the occupational therapist.
• Educates patients and families about deficits; assists discharge planning and information on adaptive equipment and community resources.
• May oversee care provided by Therapy 3-Technicians according to regulations and standards.

Conoscenze

BLS Provider

Patient education

Communication

Formazione

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Descrizione del lavoro

• Implements an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Documents findings of patient progress. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Monitors patient's response to treatment plan. Communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to occupational therapist.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Provides discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.
• May oversee the care provided by therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Baltimore, MD
• Facility: Saint Agnes Ascension
• Department: Occupational Therapy
• Schedule: Rotating | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Implements an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Documents findings of patient progress. Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Monitors patient's response to treatment plan. Communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to occupational therapist.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Provides discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.
• May oversee the care provided by therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following:
• Certified Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (COTA) credentialed from the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) also required.
• Certified Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (COTA) credentialed from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credentialed from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Required: Associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.