Occupational Therapy Assistant - Inpatient - Per Diem - Days - MHW

Memorial Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide therapy services under the supervision of an OT. The role supports inpatient and outpatient care across Memorial Rehabilitation Institute facilities in Florida.

Key requirements include graduation from an accredited OTA program, Florida OTA license, and BLS certification. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, documentation, and collaboration with the care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• BLS certification (AHA ECARD) required.
• OTA license in Florida required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors patient progress and response to treatment.
• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.
• Under supervision of an Occupational Therapist, provides occupational therapy services.
• Assists with discharge planning.
• Implements treatment plans using appropriate modalities.
• Communicates patient status and progress to care team.
• Educates patient and family about deficits and equipment use.
• May supervise students.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

OTA License Florida

BLS certification (AHA ECARD)

Job description

Location

Pembroke Pines, Florida

Memorial Rehabilitation Institute provides highly specialized care ranging from complex multiple trauma, stroke and brain injury to physical and speech therapy. Inpatient care is offered at Memorial Regional Hospital South, with outpatient care available in five different locations. We also have a home health team and resources for long-term care at Memorial Manor, while also offering therapy for pediatric developmental diagnosis through Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Summary

Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, provides occupational therapy services.

Responsibilities

• Monitors patient’s responses to the treatment plan.
• Regularly communicates patient progress and recommends possible goal revisions to the therapist.
• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.
• Assists with patient discharge planning.
• Implements treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Communicates patient status and recommendations to care team.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community resource programs.
• May assume responsibility for student supervision.

Competencies

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• DOCUMENTATION
• EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
• PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE
• PROBLEM SOLVING
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements

Accredited Program (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS), Occupational Therapy Assistant License (OTA LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required. Other Information: Additional Education Info: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 80%
• Climbing = 40%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 60%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Reaching = 80%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 80%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
• Running = 40%
• Sitting = 80%
• Squatting = 80%
• Standing = 80%
• Walking = 80%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 40%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
• Dust = 80%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
• Hazardous Medication = 60%
• Latex = 80%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Domestic Animals = 60%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 60%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 80%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 40%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 0%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
• Radiation = 0%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Shift

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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