Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute Care

LPU Batangas; New Orleans (LA); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

LPU Batangas is seeking an energetic Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team in New Orleans, LA. The OTA will work under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist, delivering prescribed therapies and directly caring for patients after evaluation.

The role requires an OTA credential, BLS certification, proficiency with computers, and excellent communication and organizational skills. Travel between facilities is expected as part of the position.

Formación

• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Eligibility for state OTA licensure by examination and current state license before 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.

Responsabilidades

• Perform occupational therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed OT.
• Provide direct patient care after evaluation by a licensed OT.
• Communicate and document changes in patient's 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.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Travel ability

Educación

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Herramientas

BLS Certification

Descripción del empleo

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.
• Occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or waste in healthcare settings.