Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Acute)

Northside Hospital; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to perform OT programs and treatments under supervision for diverse patient populations, from pediatrics to geriatrics.

The role requires GA OT Assistant licensure, current CPR certification, and at least two years of licensed clinical experience. Strong patient education and excellent communication are essential in a patient-centered care setting.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy.
• Technical training in the use of occupational therapy equipment used in inpatient and/or outpatient settings.
• Current certification in CPR for all age groups.
• Must have 2 years of licensed clinical experience.
• Internal candidate must attain 3.25 PE (prior year) and no disciplinary action on file.

Responsibilities

• The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will be responsible for performing occupational therapy programs and treatments as directed by the occupational therapist for inpatient & outpatient pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.
• Provides employee and patient educational programs as directed.
• The duties of this position require patient and family education and the exercise of courtesy and patience in speaking with and assisting patients, families, medical personnel and others in order to provide quality customer service.

Skills

Patient education

Communication

Customer service

Education

Associate's degree OTA

Tools

OT equipment

Job description

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Why choose Northside and its Rehabilitation Team?

• Northside supports our employees' professional and personal growth.
• Offers advanced certification and specialty training financial support and tuition reimbursement. Available upon hire.
• Staff career advancement levels programs.
• Fosters an environment that promotes work/life balance. We embrace diversity. We care about you.

• Highly recognized and supportive organization with a valued rehabilitation services department.
• Compassionate, dedicated, innovative team of highly specialized professional staff with a focus on providing evidence based care
• Supportive leadership team encouraging personal growth and development.
• Strong collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Strong supporters of our community through screenings, education, volunteering, and community service initiatives.
• Focus on service excellence and providing expert level care to our patients.

• Seasoned clinicians and mentors, many with advanced certifications & specialty training.
• Residency and enrichment programs underway with other key residency programs to come
• Longevity within our team, often celebrating 20, 30, and 40 years of service

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will be responsible for performing occupational therapy programs and treatments as directed by the occupational therapist for inpatient & outpatient pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Provides employee and patient educational programs as directed. The duties of this position require patient and family education and the exercise of courtesy and patience in speaking with and assisting patients, families, medical personnel and others in order to provide quality customer service.

REQUIRED

1. Associate's degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
2. Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant by the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy.
3. Technical training in the use of occupational therapy equipment used in the inpatient and/or outpatient settings, per assigned job duties.
4. Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all age groups.
5. Must have 2 years of licensed clinical experience.
6. Internal candidate must attain 3.25 PE (prior year) and no disciplinary action on file.

PREFERRED

1. Has current knowledge of orthopedics, neurology, and medical/surgical problems associated with the adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.