Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant- Float-Full Time

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Job summary

The George Washington University Hospital’s Medical‑Surgical Rehabilitation Department is looking for an experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support our patients, including those in our Acute Rehab Unit. This full-time position involves creating treatment plans and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Key qualifications include an associate's degree in occupational therapy and NBCOT certification. Benefits include competitive compensation, health plans, and a relocation bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospital setting and/or Acute Inpatient Rehab Facility required.
• Must have DC License before start of employment.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals by AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing and implementing patient treatment plans.
• Monitors patient response and adjusts treatment plans as needed.
• Coordinates care with nurses, physicians, and other professionals.
• Educates patients and caregivers on rehabilitation tasks.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Job description

Responsibilities

The George Washington University Hospital’s Medical‑Surgical Rehabilitation Department is seeking an experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to serve as a float therapist to support the therapy needs of our hospitalized patients and patients in our Acute Rehab Unit (ARU). GW Hospital is a 385 bed Level 1 Trauma Center, Academic Medical Center, and Comprehensive Stroke Center with a 16‑bed CARF accredited Inpatient Rehab Facility with additional CARF accreditation in Stroke Rehab and Limb‑Loss rehab. Located in the heart of Washington, DC, GW Hospital offers clinical expertise and world‑class care in a variety of areas including cardiac, cancer, neuroscience, critical care, trauma, women’s health, organ and tissue transplant, and advanced surgical techniques. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants are essential members of the dedicated care team, partnering with other healthcare professionals to enhance patients’ functional recovery and self‑actualization, and elevate patient care through unit and system‑based quality initiatives, evidence‑based research and practice, and true interdisciplinary care.

Position Summary

• Assists in the development and implementation of patient treatment plans and conducts therapeutic activities according to the Occupational Therapist’s guidance
• Monitors patient response and modifies treatment plans to address patient needs in consultation with an Occupational Therapist
• Works in close coordination with nurses, physicians, and other rehab professionals to provide comprehensive care for adult patients in the medical surgical units or in our ARU
• Offers guidance and education to patients and caregivers on tasks and activities necessary for rehabilitation
• This position is 40 hours (five 8‑hour weekday shifts) per week, with one required weekend shift per month

Relocation Bonus

Relocation bonus available (if applicable)

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• More information available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Experience in a hospital setting and/or Acute Inpatient Rehab Facility required
• Must have DC License before start of employment
• Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals by AHA or Red Cross

Skills

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.