Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - PRN Weekends

Norman Regional Health System; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 30,307 - 49,497; Part time

Job summary

A regional health care provider in Norman, Oklahoma is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant for a patient-centered role. Responsibilities include performing therapy services, supervising support staff, and educating patients and families. Candidates must graduate from an AOTA approved program and obtain licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Oklahoma. The position offers a pay range between $22.00 and $35.93 per hour, depending on experience. This is a PRN position primarily on weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AOTA approved program required.
• Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Oklahoma is essential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Document delivery of Occupational Therapy services.
• Educate patients and families about therapy services.
• Supervise activities of support personnel.

Skills

Patient centered decision making

Documentation

Patient education

Supervisory skills

Education

Graduate of an AOTA approved occupational therapy assistant education program

Job description

Job Summary

• Performs responsibilities as an integral team member of an OT/OTA collaboration focused on patient centered decision making.
• Documents delivery of Occupational Therapy services.
• Educates patients, family, caregivers, significant others, and staff members.
• Directs and supervises activities of support personnel.
• Performs occupational therapy programs under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, utilizing standard occupational therapy techniques as appropriate for the patient's age, functional impairments, abilities, needs, and desires.

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an AOTA approved occupational therapy assistant education program; successful completion of the certification process for Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Experience

Preferred but not required. (Above requirements can be met by equivalent combination of education and experience)

Licensure/Certification

• Licensed or eligible for licensure, or temporary licensure, as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Examiners.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re‑training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained through re‑training for the duration of employment.

Compensation

• $22.00-$35.93/hr depending on previous work experience.

Work Shift

Weekend Day

Position Type

PRN