Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (F/T days)

St. Luke's University Health Network - Nurse; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will assist patients in their rehabilitation journey, utilizing your skills to adapt treatment plans and provide quality care. Your creativity and independent judgment will be essential as you work closely with patients and their families, ensuring a comprehensive approach to therapy. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about helping others and possess the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have a Pennsylvania license and certification through AOTCB.
• One-year clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in their rehabilitation under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding treatment plans.
• Ensure timely documentation of patient-related information.

Skills

Patient Education

Documentation

Adaptive Equipment Assessment

Occupational Therapy Techniques

Communication Skills

Education

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience, and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization, which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for healthcare.

Under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for assisting patients in their physical, mental, and emotional rehabilitation. This role involves facilitating patients' adaptation to disabilities using professional skills. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides quality occupational therapy services with various media. The position requires creativity, adaptability, and the ability to exercise independent judgment in duties.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Complete ADL assessments, assist OTR in implementing treatment plans, and determine patients' adaptive equipment needs.
2. Provide patient and family education regarding treatment.
3. Administer treatments at multiple locations for inpatients and outpatients under direct or indirect supervision by an occupational therapist.
4. Ensure timely documentation of patient-related information.
5. Represent OT in various multidisciplinary meetings.
6. Assist in cross-training OT department personnel.
7. Participate in and present in-services to OT staff and others.
8. Supervise COTA fieldwork students and volunteers.
9. Promote safety within the department daily and participate in the safety program.
10. Assist in developing and implementing program development initiatives.
11. Provide backup for department therapists during absences such as vacations.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to sit for up to thirty minutes, tolerate standing for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively, and walk on level surfaces, stairs, carpeted surfaces, and ramps for up to thirty minutes consecutively. Ability to lift/move patients up to 200 lbs., push/pull patients weighing up to 200 lbs. Must occasionally stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, and reach above shoulder level. Capable of tactile sensation for feeling muscle spasms, textures, and skin temperature. Ability to hear normal conversation and call bells. Capable of seeing general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION:

Two-year associate degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program, Pennsylvania license, and certification through AOTCB.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

One-year clinical experience preferred. Current certification in CPR required.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your current employer. Upload a current resume with all work history, education, certifications, and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended to create a profile after submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.