Occupational Therapist Assistant

Cleveland Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, part of the Cleveland Clinic Health System, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide patient-centered OT services and assist licensed therapists across multiple hospitals in the Martin Health system. The role involves collaborating with OT staff to support patients’ physical, cognitive and mental health goals, with a typical daytime schedule.

The position offers exposure to a state-of-the-art multidisciplinary environment and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or certificate required.
• Graduate of an OTA program accredited by the AOTA.
• Current state OTA licensure required.
• BLS certification through AHA or Red Cross required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered occupational therapy to patients of all ages and backgrounds.
• Assist the Occupational Therapist in delivering therapeutic activities.
• Assist in education and evaluation of students or volunteers.
• Direct and supervise support personnel while maintaining accountability for patient care.
• Participate in department staff development and interdepartmental education.

Education

Associate’s Degree or certificate

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant Program accredited by AOTA

Current State licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Location

Stuart

Facility

Martin Health North

Department

MMC Rehab OT-Cleveland Clinic Martin Health

Job Code

000822

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is a fully integrated,state-of-the-artmedical campus that includes Diagnostic Centers, Outpatient Surgery and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Martin North Hospital is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit,multispecialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.

As anOccupational Therapist Assistant, you will provide therapeuticservices for patientsof all ages and health backgrounds.Whether they come seeking support for physical,cognitiveor mental health struggles, you willassistthe Occupational Therapist in ensuring they feel supported, educated,encouragedand empowered to take control of their wellness.As needed, you may be asked to float betweenMartinNorth, MartinSouthand TraditionHospitals.Thisrole offers an unmatched opportunity to make a difference in the community every day, all while gaining extensive hands-on experience in an exciting healthcare environment.

APRNcaregiver in this position worksvaryingdaysbetween 8:00AM – 4:30PM, up to24 hoursper week.Fourweekend days per 8-week schedule period, one weekday perweekand two holidays per year will berequired.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Administer patient centered Occupational Therapy treatment incorporatingevidence-basedpracticeand skilled techniques to achieveoptimalfunctional outcomes, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

• Communicate changes in patient status to primary therapistin a timely manner.

• Act as a clinical instructor orparticipatein the education and evaluation of students.

• Act as a resource for volunteers and observers.

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• Participate in staff development and education programs within the department.

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• Participate in interdepartmental education of other professional staff.

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• Direct and supervise the activities of support personnel whileretainingresponsibility for patient care.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associate’s Degreeor certificate

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• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant Program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association

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• Current State licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

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• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)or American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience in the clinical area

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• One year of acute care experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk without assistive device and to maintain balance despite sudden load in order to support patient from falling.
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• Ability to meet physical demands characterized at the heavy level defined by 1993 Leonard Matheson and Ministry of Labor.
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• Ability to lift and reach with arms sufficiently to lift patient’s extremity during therapeutic treatment program.
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• Sensation of touch and manual dexterity to be able to palpate muscle tension or to monitor patient pulse.
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• Visual acuity to observe patient’s gross and fine motor movements in order to analyze these movements and to read all patient monitors.
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• Ability to speak clearly enough to instruct patients and families.
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• Ability to hear at a conversational level to understand patient’s description of symptoms and response to treatment.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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