Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute

HTU; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

HTU in New Orleans seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering patient-centered care. You will perform prescribed treatments, document changes, and participate in team projects to meet productivity goals.

Strong communication, organization, and computer skills are essential, along with willingness to travel between facilities. Eligible candidates hold an OTA associate degree, licensure by exam, and BLS certification; you’ll work under supervision and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in OTA program is required.
• Eligibility for state OTA licensure by examination and current state license prior to start date.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication to present information clearly and professionally.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
• Provide direct patient care after evaluation by a licensed occupational therapist.
• Communicate and document changes in patient status and inform therapist of reassessment.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in staff and committee projects.
• Achieve established productivity levels set forth by administration.
• Educate and train others within the discipline.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy and communication needs.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Travel between facilities

Education

Associate's degree in OTA program

Job description

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Perform occupational therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
• Provide direct patient care after evaluation by a licensed occupational therapist.
• Communicate and document any changes in patient's status and inform therapist of patient's reassessment.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in staff and committee projects.
• Achieve established productivity levels set forth by administration.
• Educate and train others within the discipline.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy and communication needs.
• Perform other related duties as required.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Eligibility for state occupational therapy assistant licensure by examination and current state license prior to start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to present information clearly and professionally.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Very heavy work involving exertion of over 100 pounds occasionally and frequent exertion over 50 pounds.
• Exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and potential communicable diseases.
• Work in patient care areas with possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste.