Outpatient OT Assistant - Rehab & ADL Impact

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network in Bethlehem, PA seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide coordinated occupational therapy to patients of all ages under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

The role supports OT treatment plans, communicates with care teams, and helps optimize patient outcomes. The position requires an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy, PA or NJ OTA licensure based on work location, and BLS certification (within 30 days of hire).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the State of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, based on work location.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or equivalent, required upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Preferably one or two years’ experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Administers the occupational therapy treatment plan as developed by the OTR.
• Facilitates ROM, strength coordination, use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications, functional mobility and safety issues as related to patients' ADL performance needs under the supervision of the OTR.
• Communicates with the Facility Director or appropriate staff to plan total patient and family care.
• Confers with PT in planning rehabilitation for the patient.
• Documents the effectiveness and outcomes of care and revisions as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Documentation

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

St. Luke’s University Health Network in Bethlehem, PA seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide coordinated occupational therapy to patients of all ages under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

The role supports OT treatment plans, communicates with care teams, and helps optimize patient outcomes. The position requires an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy, PA or NJ OTA licensure based on work location, and BLS certification (within 30 days of hire).