Occupational Therapy Assistant FT Days PHP/IOP

Care New England; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler Hospital, part of Care New England, is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant for a Partial Hospital program in Providence. The role requires an OTA degree, state licensure, and experience in behavioral health or related populations.

You will work under an OT supervisor, applying evidence-based practice, documenting evaluations, and supporting treatment teams daily. The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, adherence to HIPAA and AOTA standards, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Education: OTA associate degree and state license.
• Experience in Behavioral Health or geriatrics/pediatrics preferred.
• Maintains current Rhode Island license; strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ethical practice per AOTA standards.
• Protect patient confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Under OT supervision, apply Evidence Based Practice to inform decisions.
• Apply OT Practice Framework concepts in care.
• Build knowledge of OT Theory for assessments and interventions.
• Follow hospital policies and procedures.
• Respond to consultations within 24 hours.
• Document evaluations and interventions per policy.
• Collaborate with OT team and treatment staff.
• Provide feedback to students and interns.
• Attend department meetings and ongoing education.
• Maintain National Board Certification and RI state licensure.
• Schedule: 40 hours/week; Full Time; Day shifts; Partial Hospital position.

Skills

Ethical practice

HIPAA compliance

Evidence Based Practice

OT Theory

Interventions planning

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in OTA

Job description

Job Summary

Fundamentals of Practice: Maintains ethical practice in accordance with AOTA standards Adheres to HIPAA regulations and maintains patient confidentiality Under supervision of OT, utilizes Evidence Based Practice to inform clinical decisions Adheres to and applies concepts from the OT Practice Frameworks Demonstrates knowledge of OT Theory Follows all hospital policies and procedures Screening & Standard Evaluation: Aware of incoming consultations/assessments; responds to requests within 24 hours Demonstrates service competency in the administration of standard assessments Under supervision of OT, makes appropriate recommendations and communicates to treatment team Accurately documents the evaluation according to Butler Hospital policy

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains ethical practice in accordance with AOTA standards
• Adheres to HIPAA regulations and maintains patient confidentiality
• Under supervision of OT, utilizes Evidence Based Practice to inform clinical decisions
• Adheres to and applies concepts from the OT Practice Frameworks
• Demonstrates knowledge of OT Theory
• Follows all hospital policies and procedures
• Aware of incoming consultations/assessments; responds to requests within 24 hours
• Demonstrates service competency in the administration of standard assessments
• Under supervision of OT, makes appropriate recommendations and communicates to treatment team
• Accurately documents the evaluation according to Butler Hospital policy
• Obtains patient’s occupational profile of baseline roles, routines, and interests
• Identifies and implements appropriate interventions to address treatment goals
• Demonstrates diversity and flexibility in group and individual interventions
• Effectively grades/modifies interventions in response to patient needs
• Utilizes positive and supportive techniques when working with challenging patients
• Monitors programming on an ongoing basis and collaborates with OT and unit leadership to implement necessary changes
• Assists in maintenance of supply closets and unit activity spaces
• Accurately documents interventions according to Butler Hospital policy
• Complies with AOTA regulations regarding supervision of interns
• Provides consistent and appropriate feedback to students and volunteers
• Maintains collaborative relationship with OT supervisor
• Attends department meetings and contributes to the growth of the department
• Seeks out opportunities for relevant continuing education
• Attends all annual in-service education as required
• Maintains National Board Certification and Rhode Island State Licensure
• Consistently provides advanced notification of tardiness/absences
• Maintains professional relationships with all patients and staff
• Demonstrates ability to implement effective conflict resolution strategies
• Serves as a model for strengths-based and patient-centered interactions at all times
• Schedule: 40/80 Full Time Days /Monday-Friday
• Partial Hospital position

Requirements

• Education: Associates degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Training and Experience: Experience in Behavioral Health or with a specific age population (geriatrics, pediatrics)
• Special Qualifications: Maintains current state license; excellent communication skills; ability to work with others in a collaborative manner; creative and flexible.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE)and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job‑specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case‑by‑case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.