Occupational Therapy Assistant — Rehab & Patient Care

Northern Light Health; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 30,720 - 47,141; Full time

Job summary

Northern Light Acadia Hospital is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide directed therapy under supervision in the Occupational Therapy Department at Acadia. The role participates in rehab department PI, department meetings and hospital-wide activities, helps develop department goals, and serves as backup for the activities coordinator for swing bed patients.

The position requires an Associate's Degree and current OTA credentials.

Qualifications

• Provide directed occupational therapy treatment under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Participates in rehab department PI, department meetings and hospital wide activities to promote staff development and patient safety.
• Assist with the development of department strategic goals that assist with the achievement of Northern Light Health's mission and vision.
• Act as a backup for the activities coordinator and assist as needed for swing bed patients.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates an understanding of the department’s strategic plan and conducts themselves in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Is competent in requesting and ordering necessary supplies, support materials and patient equipment needs.
• Actively participates in promoting department growth and meeting administrative requirements of the hospital and department.
• Completes daily patient charges and billing procedures that accurately reflect services provided.
• Continually strives to keep abreast of insurance requirements.
• Maintains open lines of communication with manager and department staff to ensure achievement of common goals.
• Recognizes and successfully intervenes and/or seeks appropriate assistance when faced with difficult situations which interfere with positive department outcomes.

Skills

Adaptability

Emotional Intelligence

Self Development

Health and Safety

Patient-Centered Care

Conflict Resolution

Integrity and Trust

Respect

Accountability

Compassion

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Northern Light Acadia Hospital is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide directed therapy under supervision in the Occupational Therapy Department at Acadia. The role participates in rehab department PI, department meetings and hospital-wide activities, helps develop department goals, and serves as backup for the activities coordinator for swing bed patients.

The position requires an Associate's Degree and current OTA credentials.