Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN, As Needed

Norton Healthcare, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare, Inc. seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Louisville, Kentucky, to assist Occupational Therapists and provide quality patient care across various age groups. Responsibilities include health education and contributing to departmental efficiency. Candidates must possess an Associate Degree and certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, with preferred experience of one year in occupational therapy. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree required for the role.
• Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant is essential.
• One year of experience in occupational therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Occupational Therapists in providing quality patient care.
• Provide health education to patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Contribute to the efficient operations of the department.

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Responsibilities

The role of the Occupational Therapy Assistant is to assist the Occupational Therapists in providing quality patient care for patients aged neonate/infant (birth to 1 year), pediatric (1-12 years), adolescent (12-18), adult (18-65 years), and geriatric (over 65 years). Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and development; provides health education to patients, families, and other health care providers; applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interaction; and contributes to the efficient operations of the department.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate Degree
• Occupational Therapy Assistant

Desired

• One year in occupational therapy