OTA - Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute Occupational Therapy - Days (005)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance (robust)

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care on our acute care therapy team, working across locations including UAB Hospital and related clinics. You will collaborate with therapists, coordinate patient care, and support discharge planning at the bedside where appropriate.

This role requires graduation from an AOTA-accredited OTA program, current license or eligibility for Alabama, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current licensure or eligibility to be licensed as an OTA in Alabama.
• Currently CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a manager and therapists.
• Coordinate assignments of Rehab Techs, work-study students and volunteers, and assist with discharge planning.

Skills

Direct patient care

Documentation

Team coordination

Education

OTA education program (AOTA accredited)

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $22.90 - $37.25 / hour

Schedules: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

Our highly skilled acute care therapy team provides occupational, physical, speech, and music therapies, along with audiology services, across a variety of settings. Practice locations include UAB Hospital and UAB Hospital-Highlands, which includes 12 specialty ICUs and two emergency departments, as well as specialty clinics like the UAB Russell Clinic and the Audiology Clinic at The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital. The goal of therapy at this level is to promote early mobilization, restore function, prevent further decline, enhance communication, and facilitate a safer and more seamless transition to the next level of care. Acute care therapy services are available with a referral from a physician, and patients of all ages are treated at the bedside in most cases.

Job Description

To provide direct patient care under the supervision of manager and therapists, coordinate/cooperate with assigned supportive personnel, assist with discharge planning, document pertinent information with Occupational Therapist supervision, communicate with staff, patients and families, participate in educational activities, support departmental operations, and perform special projects. To coordinate assignments of Rehab Techs, work-study students and volunteers.

Qualifications

Graduate from an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed, eligible to be licensed or practicing under a limited permit as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) according to the rules and regulations of the Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy required. Currently certified with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital‑Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.