Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc.; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Licensed OT. You will implement therapy plans, monitor progress, and document outcomes.

The role includes supervising OTA students and volunteers, and collaborating with the care team to enhance functional recovery. New graduates are welcome; a vocational/technical degree in OTA is required and BLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant required.
• 1 year acute care or rehab experience preferred; new graduates accepted.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision of a licensed OT based on physician's order.
• Supervises OTA students and volunteers.
• Maintains documentation and contributes to plan of care as prescribed.

Education

Vocational or Technical Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Job Number:31710Location:Phoebe Putney Memorial HospitalStreet Address:417 W 3rd AveCity, State:Albany, GeorgiaZip Code:31701Department:PPMH IP OCCUPATIONAL THERAPYShift:First ShiftJob Type:Full timePosted Date:2025-04-29Job Description Summary:Provides direct patient care under the supervision of Licensed OTR based on the Physician's order and the Occupational Therapy evaluation with written plan of care. Treatment focused on quality, goal attainment, and improved functional outcome in relation to patient's age and condition. Supervises OTA students and volunteers.Description:Job SummaryProvides direct patient care under the supervision of Licensed OTR based on the Physician's order and the Occupational Therapy evaluation with written plan of care. Treatment focused on quality, goal attainment, and improved functional outcome in relation to patient's age and condition. Supervises OTA students and volunteers.QualificationsVocational or Technical Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant requiredWork Experience1 year Acute care or rehab. experience preferredNew graduate acceptableLicenses and CertificationsOccupational Therapy Assistant, Basic Life Support BLS requiredPhysical Agent Modalities Certification preferredEssential FunctionsCARE PROCESSES:Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.Bases care decisions on plan of care.Monitors and documents patient response.Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions.Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.DOCUMENTATION:Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.Uses correct terminology.Conforms to required style and format.Additional DutiesAdheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.