Occupational Therapist Assistant

Spectrum Health; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program Payactiv

Retirement options with matching

Discounts directory and other perks

Job summary

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the Occupational Therapy team. The role provides patient-focused therapy for diverse populations, with daily 8-hour shifts in a full-time daytime schedule.

The successful candidate will hold a COTA license, have experience or familiarity with industrial rehab concepts, and demonstrate strong documentation and collaboration with the supervising OTR.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy required or equivalent credential.
• Preferred hands: familiar with U/E hand dysfunction and injuries.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA NB-COT) or eligible required.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment programs for patients with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial dysfunction.
• Interacts with patients of all ages and cultures per Beaumont standards.
• Documents patient treatment according to laws and standards.
• Submits charges for services provided.
• Maintains communication with the treatment team and supervising OTR.

Skills

Industrial rehab

Ergonomics

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy

COTA Certification NB-COT

Job description

About Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital (Royal Oak)

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital opened on Jan. 24, 1955 as a 238-bed community hospital. Today, the hospital is a 1,101-bed major academic and referral center with Level I adult trauma and Level II pediatric trauma designations. Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital has 43 residency and fellowship programs with 454 residents and fellows. Corewell is the exclusive clinical partner of the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, with more than 1,400 Beaumont doctors on faculty.

Scope of Work

Under the supervision of the OTR, the COTA implements treatment programs for patients with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial dysfunction. The individual in this position is required to appropriately interact with all patients regardless of age or culture and to adhere to the Beaumont customer service standards. Documents patient treatment according to all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and professional standards of documentation. Submits charges for services provided. Maintains verbal, electronic and written communication with treatment team, including supervising OTR for purposes of goal setting, active problem-solving, treatment and discharge planning. Communicates observations of patient’s conditions and reactions to treatment.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university occupational therapy assistant program. Familiar with industrial rehab and ergonomics preferred.
• Preferred Hands: familiar with U/E hand dysfunction and injuries.
• Required Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified (COTA) - NB-COT National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy certified or eligible.
• Upon Hire required Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association preferred.
• Or Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross preferred.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
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• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Primary Location

SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak

Department Name

Occupational Therapy - Royal Oak Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every weekend

Current Corewell Health Team Members –

We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency.

Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.