Occupational Therapy Lab Associate - Temporary

Saginaw Valley State University; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Saginaw Valley State University is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapy Lab Associate (Temporary) to support didactic, community, and simulation labs within the OT program. The role handles daily OT lab operations and MSOT health record compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the OT Lab Coordinator and faculty, updating trackers, and supporting fieldwork and ACEMAPP rotations. Candidates should have a Master’s in OT and Michigan OT licensure eligibility.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed as an occupational therapist (or eligible for licensure) in Michigan.
• NBCOT certification is required or anticipated for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with didactic, community, and simulation labs.
• Help manage day-to-day operations of OT learning laboratories.
• Ensure MSOT health record compliance and annual trainings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Master's degree in occupational therapy

Licensed OT in Michigan

NBCOT certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapy Lab Associate - Temporary

Full or Part Time: Part time

Hours: 20

Exempt: No

Supervisory Org: College of Health and Human Services (PM)

Job Description:

The Occupational Therapy Laboratory Associate position is a part-time Administrative Professional position. Provide assistance and support in designing and implementing didactic, community, and simulation labs. Assist with the overall day-to-day operations of the OT learning laboratories. Responsible for managing MSOT student compliance with health record requirements and other annual training requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in collaboration with OT Lab Coordinator, faculty, and staff to facilitate high standards and success in didactic and community education.
• Provide skilled support to faculty and staff with learning activities both on and off campus as needed.
• Support and collaborate with course faculty in planning and evaluation of student learning.
• Work closely with OT Lab Coordinator, faculty, and AS clinical staff to develop, prepare, set up, execute, and tear down learning laboratory activities and practical examinations.
• Responsible for managing health record requirements for the MSOT Program (i.e. CastleBranch).
• Monitor student compliance
• Communicate with students who are out of compliance
• Communicate with customer service reps for updates, additions, etc.
• Addition of new trackers for each incoming cohort (Fall/Winter admits) of MSOT students.
• Collaborate with OT Lab Coordinator
• Responsible for managing ACEMAPP annual requirements for the MSOT Program (trainings include HIPAA, OSHA, Bloodborne Pathogens)
• Monitor student compliance
• Communicate with students who are out of compliance
• Communicate with customer service reps for updates, additions, etc.
• Addition of new trackers for each incoming cohort (Fall/Winter admits) of MSOT students.
• Collaborate directly with OT Fieldwork Assistant for all fieldwork-related ACEMAPP rotations
• Open communication with AFWC and OT Lab Coordinator for ACEMAPP rotations (both MSOT Program and fieldwork rotation requirements)
• Collaborate with OT Lab Coordinator, faculty, and staff in developing and implementing departmental and interdepartmental simulations.
• Acquire, organize, and maintain all lab equipment and materials utilized both on and off campus.
• Make recommendations for equipment purchases to maintain standards essential for effective instruction.
• Assist as needed with community service events within the OT labs.
• Collaborate with members of the department regarding the overall operation of OT lab activities.
• Responsible for updating the shared Outlook Calendar for all faculty and staff to view real-time availability of all OT lab spaces (BA 103, BA 104, and BA 105).
• Responsible for updating the shared Outlook Calendar, OT Labs, which allows all faculty and staff to view lab/simulation activities in individual OT courses in collaboration with the OT Lab Coordinator.
• Provide a physical and psychological environment consistently conducive to optimum learning in didactic and community labs.
• Engage in continuing education activities as defined in professional development plans filed with ACOTE.
• Attend department and college meetings and take an active role in activities as assigned.
• Participate in MSOT new student orientation and student mentoring program.
• Participate in SVSU student recruitment events in collaboration with OT Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

General supervision is received from the Dean of the College of Health and Human Services

SUPERVISION EXERCISED :

N/A

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in occupational therapy or related field from an accredited program
• Licensed as an occupational therapist (or eligible for licensure as an occupational therapist) in the state of Michigan.
• Certification by NBCOT
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
• Experience and/or ability to learn computer software programs, assistive technology, and university technology.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.

All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. The university does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future for this job classification. Since SVSU does not participate in E-Verify, candidates for employment are not eligible for STEM OPT extensions.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. I