Occupational Therapy Assistant-Provisional

Powers-Health; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid Time Off

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Powers Health is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant-Provisional in East Chicago, IN. This 0.1 FTE, on-site role supports the Occupational Therapy team at St. Catherine Hospital by contributing to high-quality clinical practice in a specialized area.

Responsibilities include reviewing referrals and patient history, and delivering timely care to minimize wait times. Requires OTA credentialing, Indiana licensure, CPR, and a portfolio review.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistants program.
• Minimum of 5 years in direct patient care with post-graduate preparation or specialty certification.
• Indiana licensure and CPR certification current.
• BLT Course C (Basic Life Support) completed.
• Portfolio presentation to supervisor showing required credentials.

Responsibilities

• Review physician referrals, patient medication list, allergies and medical/surgical history.
• Deliver services promptly to minimize patient wait time and optimize care.

Skills

Communication and listening

Customer service orientation

Prioritize multiple tasks

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate OTA program

Indiana licensure

CPR certification

BLT Course C

Portfolio presentation

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant-Provisional

Job ID 52879

Therapy Services/Sports Medicine

St. Catherine Hospital · Occupational Therapy

East Chicago , IN

Hours/Pay Period: 8

FTE: 0.1

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapy Assistant clinical specialist has taken increased initiative to assist department in maintaining high quality clinical practice with a particular focus on a specialized area or areas. Teaching duties include training and development of staff competencies related to those specialized areas. Consultation will be provided to other staff regarding recommendations for changes in treatment approaches within the special

Job Responsibilities

• Review physician’s referral, patient medication list, allergies and medical and surgical history.
• Delivers service in a timely to minimize patient wait time and optimize care.

Education/Experience

• Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy Assistants program.
• Minimum work experience: 5 years in direct patient care experience with post graduate preparation, or specialty certification, or completion of significant continuing education leading to clinical competence in one or more areas: acute care, orthopedics, geriatrics, lymphedema, aquatic therapy, neurology, pediatrics, oncology or participation in the clinical education program.
• License/Registration/Certification: Indiana Licensure, CPR certification current, BLT Course C (Basic Life Support).
• Presentation to supervisor of a portfolio meeting the above requirements.
• These credentials will be maintained each year the COTA maintains this position.
• Must have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work with frequent interruption.
• Must demonstrate self-assessment, initiation, and the ability to work collaboratively on a team.
• Must have a customer service orientation and ability to communicate and listen effectively.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance and disability coverage options
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness, reward and recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling, nutritional and financial education, etc.
• Perks - Instant Discounts & Exclusive Deals on hotels, food, clothing, etc.

Join our team of healthcare professionals at

Powers Health

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapy Assistant clinical specialist has taken increased initiative to assist department in maintaining high quality clinical practice with a particular focus on a specialized area or areas. Teaching duties include training and development of staff competencies related to those specialized areas. Consultation will be provided to other staff regarding recommendations for changes in treatment approaches within the special

Job Responsibilities

• Review physician’s referral, patient medication list, allergies and medical and surgical history.
• Delivers service in a timely to minimize patient wait time and optimize care.

Education/Experience

• Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy Assistants program.
• Minimum work experience: 5 years in direct patient care experience with post graduate preparation, or specialty certification, or completion of significant continuing education leading to clinical competence in one or more areas: acute care, orthopedics, geriatrics, lymphedema, aquatic therapy, neurology, pediatrics, oncology or participation in the clinical education program.
• License/Registration/Certification: Indiana Licensure, CPR certification current, BLT Course C (Basic Life Support).
• Presentation to supervisor of a portfolio meeting the above requirements.
• These credentials will be maintained each year the COTA maintains this position.
• Must have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work with frequent interruption.
• Must demonstrate self-assessment, initiation, and the ability to work collaboratively on a team.
• Must have a customer service orientation and ability to communicate and listen effectively.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance and disability coverage options
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness, reward and recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling, nutritional and financial education, etc.
• Perks - Instant Discounts & Exclusive Deals on hotels, food, clothing, etc.

Comprehensive Benefits Program (Not all inclusive)

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance and disability coverage options
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness, reward and recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling, nutritional and financial education, etc.
• Perks - Instant Discounts & Exclusive Deals on hotels, food, clothing, etc.

Join our team of healthcare professionals at

Powers Health

We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, CHS/Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.