Hospital Occupational Therapy Assistant - Rehab & Team Care

University of Southern California; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide patient care under OTR supervision. The role covers adult, geriatric, and occasional pediatric patients, with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality services.

Responsibilities include documenting care, implementing plans, and potential teaching for OTA students. A licensed CA OTA or applicant status and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of educational program for OTAs accredited by American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Current California license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or license applicant status.
• Minimum one year hospital-based experience.
• New grad with six-week hospital internship may waive the one-year requirement.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the patient assessment process under supervision of OTR.
• Communicates with patients and others adequately and appropriately.
• Completes all required documentation.
• Implements treatment plans as delegated by OTR and according to department standards.
• May participate in clinical education for OTA students.
• Participates in multidisciplinary treatment planning and care.
• Maintains a clean, safe and efficient work area.
• Provides education to patients and families across adolescent, geriatric and pediatric populations.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Education

OT A education program (AOTA accredited)

Job description

University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide patient care under OTR supervision. The role covers adult, geriatric, and occasional pediatric patients, with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality services.

Responsibilities include documenting care, implementing plans, and potential teaching for OTA students. A licensed CA OTA or applicant status and BLS are required.