Occupational Therapy Assistant (Part-time/Days)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation and benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance program

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is looking for a part-time Occupational Therapy Assistant in Lancaster, PA. The role involves assisting Occupational Therapists with patient-related activities and implementing treatment plans. Candidates must have an Associate degree, relevant certifications, and good communication skills.

Employees benefit from a comprehensive compensation program and a commitment to a supportive environment. This position offers the chance to contribute to meaningful patient care while developing in a dynamic medical setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree issued by an American Occupational Therapy Association-approved program.
• Licensed/Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment procedures under supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Communicate with patients and team members about treatment plans.
• Monitor patient responses and report to the Occupational Therapist.

Skills

Patient care

Communication with patients and families

Understanding of treatment procedures

Education

Associate degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant

Licensed/Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

CPR certification

Job description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough, heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Part‑time / Per Diem / 4 Hours Per Week

Location: Lancaster, Pa.

Position Summary

Assists the Occupational Therapist in patient‑related activity by performing Occupational Therapy procedures delegated by the Occupational Therapist and commensurate with a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant’s education, preparation, and experience. Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: pediatric (30 days through 12 years), adolescent (13 through 18 years), adult (19 through 64 years), and geriatric (65 years and above).

Essential Functions

• Implements treatment procedures in accordance with goals and planned programs established by and under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintains an understanding of the patient's history, precautions, contraindications, diagnosis, goals, potential, and pertinent information that would affect treatment.
• Determines patient's need for services in collaboration with an OT and contributes to the patient's evaluation under supervision of an OT.
• Communicates with patient, family members, and other team members to explain the rationale of the treatment plan.
• Supervises the patient's use of all equipment and takes the necessary precautions in implementing the prescribed treatment.
• Monitors through subjective and objective measurements the patient's response to intervention, and reports to the supervising Occupational Therapist if an alteration in the treatment program is indicated.
• Maintains the proper documentation in patient records of treatment and follows billing and reimbursement procedures according to departmental and regulatory guidelines.
• Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the services delivered for effectiveness and efficiency using predetermined quality assurance criteria.
• Participates in Occupational Therapy Assistant student programs under the supervision of the Center Coordinator of Clinical Education.
• Assists with maintenance and monitoring of the work schedule.

Secondary Functions

• Assists with general housekeeping to provide a clean, comfortable, orderly, and safe environment.
• Assists in directing and transporting patients.

Job Requirements

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Associate degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, issued by an American Occupational Therapy Association‑approved program.
• Licensed/Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, issued by the State Board of Occupational Therapy.
• CPR certification required.

Benefits

Benefits include a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.

Live Your Life's Work

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.