OT Assistant: Direct Patient Care & Mentorship

Phoebe Putney Health System; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Health System in Albany, GA is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Licensed OT and according to the physician's order and the plan of care.

The role focuses on improving functional outcomes for patients of various ages, with duties including documentation, communication with families, and collaboration with OTA students and volunteers. New graduates are welcome with guidance.

Qualifications

• OTA degree required.
• New graduate acceptable.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Treats patients and families with compassion and follows the plan of care.
• Monitors patient response and documents clinical progress.
• Establishes rapport and adapts communication to patient needs.
• Supervises OTA students and volunteers as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Empathy

Documentation

Education

Vocational or Technical Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Phoebe Putney Health System in Albany, GA is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Licensed OT and according to the physician's order and the plan of care.

The role focuses on improving functional outcomes for patients of various ages, with duties including documentation, communication with families, and collaboration with OTA students and volunteers. New graduates are welcome with guidance.