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

St. Elizabeth's Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking medical center as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the rehabilitation of patients, assisting with therapy sessions and ensuring high-quality care. You'll work closely with a dedicated team, providing support in both individual and group settings. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact the lives of patients within a dynamic psychiatric rehabilitation program. If you're passionate about occupational therapy and eager to grow professionally, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a psychiatric occupational therapy setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service to clients and patients.
• Maintain accurate records of treatment and progress.
• Plan and direct group activities for patients.

Skills

CPR Certification

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Graduate from an accredited occupational therapy program

1 year experience in psychiatric occupational therapy

Job description

Job Summary

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, under the direct supervision of the OTR/L Supervisor, assists with the occupational therapy, screening, assessment, and treatment of patients in individual and group settings. The COTA will also assist 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 within one year of employment.

Certification/Licensure:

• Must be registered and eligible in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service to internal and external clients, customers, and patients as referenced in the Service Excellence Standards.
• Maintain proper, accurate, and timely records of treatment, progress, and discharge summaries.
• Plan and direct groups in the patient milieu as directed by the Supervisor. Plan 1:1 interventional activities to meet individual needs as directed.
• Participate in team meetings scheduled on the unit.
• Communicate effectively with medical staff and other disciplines as appropriate.
• Assist with assessing the quality and appropriateness of care in accordance with hospital performance standards.

Improvement Plan

• Assist in gathering data for assessments under the direction of the OTR/L.
• Complete daily charges as per department policy and procedure manual.
• Expand qualifications through professional development, educational opportunities offered by the hospital, or other educational programs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of patient diagnoses, precautions, and medications for treatment through consultation of medical records and communication with team members.
• Engage in problem-solving processes in familiar and unfamiliar situations, seeking supervisor support appropriately.
• Adjust to fluctuating needs of patients, families, the department, and the hospital.
• Plan and organize treatment for adult acute psychiatric populations with varying diagnoses.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans