Occupational Therapy Assistant (IUHMG West- PRN/Day)

Indiana University Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver patient care services under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist. This role includes supervising students and supporting department operations, with requirements including a relevant degree, current Indiana license, and certifications.

Qualifications

• Requires current Indiana occupational therapy assistant license.
• NBCOT certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification through AHA required.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care occupational therapy services under supervision.
• Assist with training of students and supervision of support personnel.
• Participate in activities supporting patient care and department operations.

Skills

Patient Care

Supervision

Communication

Education

Graduation from accredited occupational therapy assistant program

Foreign occupational therapy assistant education equivalent

Job description

Performs direct patient care occupational therapy services under supervision of an Occupational Therapist. May assist with the training of field work and practicum students as well as provide guidance and supervision of support personnel. Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations

• Requires graduation from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program, or if foreign trained, graduation from an assistant occupational therapy education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA.
• Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is preferred.
• Requires current license in the State of Indiana.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.