OTA - Occupational Therapist Assistant

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Résumé du poste

UAB Medicine is seeking a full-time occupational therapy professional for the Acute Rehab Services department. The role involves conducting medically prescribed therapy under supervision, implementing treatment plans, and documenting patient progress.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the supervising occupational therapist, patient and family education, and discharge planning to ensure safe, effective recovery and appropriate use of adaptive equipment and community resources.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (COTA) credentialed from the Alabama Board of Occupational Therapy within 30 days of hire date.

Responsabilités

• Conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Implement an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities and document patient progress.
• Monitor patient’s response to treatment and communicate progress or goal revisions to the supervising OT.
• Educate patient and family about deficits; provide discharge planning and information on adaptive equipment and community support programs.

Formation

High school diploma or GED

BLS Provider certification

COTA credential (Alabama Board)

Description du poste

Position Overview

• Department:Acute Rehab Services


• Schedule: Full-Time, Days


• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham


• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Job Description

Conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy under the supervision of an occupational therapist.

• Implement an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Document findings of patient progress. Seek consultation as necessary.


• Monitor patient's response to treatment plan. Communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to occupational therapist.


• Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Provide discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.


• May oversee the care provided by therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart
  Association or American Red Cross accepted. Required.


• Certified Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (COTA) credentialed from the Alabama Board of Occupational Therapy obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.