Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified, Psych, 40 Hours (Days)

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) retirement savings match

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the Occupational Therapy Rehabilitation Program. This role involves assisting with patient assessments and treatment in both individual and group settings, under supervision. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited program and have experience in psychiatric care.

The position offers a compensation range of $23.96–$35.61 with various benefits including medical and career advancement opportunities. This is a chance to make a meaningful impact in mental health.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a psychiatric occupational therapy setting.
• Must be registered and eligible in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Assists with occupational therapy, screening, assessment, and treatment of patients.
• Maintains proper, accurate and timely records of treatment and progress.
• Plans and directs groups in the patient milieu as directed by Supervisor.
• Expands qualifications by participating in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Certified in CPR

Experience in psychiatric occupational therapy

Education

Graduate from accredited certified occupational therapy program

Job description

Job Summary

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, under direct supervision of the OTR/L Supervisor, assists with occupational therapy, screening, assessment, and treatment of patients in individual and group settings. The COTA also assists with daily responsibilities of the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Experience: Graduate from an accredited certified occupational therapy program. Minimum of 1 year of experience in a psychiatric occupational therapy setting.

Minimum skills/abilities: Must be certified in CPR or become certified in CPR within one year of employment.

Certification/Licensure: Must be registered and eligible in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides superior customer service to internal and external clients, customers, and patients as referenced in the Service Excellence Standards.
• Maintains proper, accurate and timely records of treatment, progress, and discharge summaries.
• Plans and directs groups in the patient milieu as directed by Supervisor.
• Plans 1:1 interventional activity to meet the need as directed by Supervisor.
• Participates in team meetings as scheduled on the unit.
• Communicates with medical staff and other disciplines as appropriate.
• Assists with the assessment of the quality and appropriateness of care in accordance with Hospital Performance Improvement plan.
• Assists in gathering data to be used in assessments under the direction of OTR/L.
• Completes daily charges identified in department policy and procedure manual.
• Expands qualifications by participating in advancement through own professional development organization, educational opportunities offered by the hospital or instruction for other educational program.
• Demonstrates knowledge of patient diagnosis, precautions, and medications for treatment through consultation of medical records and communication with other team members.
• Engages in problem solving process in familiar and unfamiliar situations seeking Supervisor's support appropriately.
• Adjusts to fluctuating needs of patients, families, the Department, and hospital.
• Plans and organizes treatment for adult acute psychiatric population with varying diagnosis.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $23.96–$35.61. Base pay is determined by education, experience, licensure, and certifications directly related to position requirements. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other non‑job‑related characteristic.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call 617‑638‑8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E‑Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID‑19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine.