Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA/OTA

Jobtailor; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Covington, LA is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist in a hospital setting. You will plan and implement targeted treatment programs for individual patients following occupational therapy principles.

The role supports a diverse patient population with chronic and critical illness requiring extended hospital care.

Qualifications

• Must hold an OTA license in the state of practice.
• Current BLS certification required.
• One year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of an Occupational Therapist.
• Plan and implement specific treatment programs for individual patients according to occupational therapy principles and practices.
• Care for a diverse population of chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended hospital care.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Patient Care

Treatment Program Implementation

Occupational Therapy Principles

Education

OTA License

BLS Certification

Job description

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of the Occupational Therapist
• Plan and implement specific treatment programs for individual patients according to occupational therapy principles and practices
• Care for a diverse population of chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended hospital care
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

Requirements

• Licensed as OTA in the state where the hospital or clinic resides
• Current BLS certification required
• One year of clinical experience preferred
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the system within many different facilities

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing direct patient care and implementing treatment programs in accordance with occupational therapy principles. Holds a valid OTA license and BLS certification, with the ability to adapt to various clinical settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Licensed OTA
• BLS Certification
• Patient Care
• Clinical Experience
• Treatment Program Implementation

Hard Skills

• Patient Care
• Treatment Program Implementation
• Occupational Therapy Principles

Soft Skills

• Flexibility
• Adaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

• OTA License
• BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

• Chronic Illness Care
• Critical Illness Care
• Hospital Care