Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant: Patient-Focused Rehab

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to assist the occupational therapist in developing and implementing treatment plans for direct patient care.

You will provide skilled OT services under supervision, maintain records, support program development, participate in continuing education, and help improve quality and patient experience while meeting productivity standards and departmental goals.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapist Assistant license in the states where you work.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess skill sets and experience with target population of job setting.
• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service standards.
• Provides skilled occupational therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed occupational therapist, staying updated on standard practices for different patient groups. Conducts treatments according to professional standards (AOTA).
• Meets established productivity standards for the department or service line.
• Keeps thorough and timely patient records as required by regulations and facility policies. Completes patient billing accurately and promptly.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals. Ensures smooth operations and optimal use of rehabilitation services. Communicates patient assessments, progress, and concerns with the occupational therapist.
• Participates in and promotes continuing education opportunities for self and staff, seeking new learning opportunities according to licensure requirements.
• Engages in quality improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improving clinical outcomes, patient access, patient experience and all aspects of the Intermountain Operating Model. Participates in utilization review audits.
• Contributes to program development and marketing strategies to grow the occupational therapy program to achieve department goals.

Skills

Quality Improvement

Verbal and Written Communication

Patient Engagement

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Care Planning

Compassion

Education

OTA license

BLS certification

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to assist the occupational therapist in developing and implementing treatment plans for direct patient care.

You will provide skilled OT services under supervision, maintain records, support program development, participate in continuing education, and help improve quality and patient experience while meeting productivity standards and departmental goals.