PRN COTA, Acute Care - Pearland

Memorial Hermann Health System; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System at Pearland Hospital is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide routine OT treatments under the supervision of a licensed OT, document progress, and guide patients and caregivers. The role includes supervising rehabilitation technicians and assisting with program development.

The position supports students and interns, helps with department operations, and may require weekend/holiday coverage with some weekday training/orientation during the week.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA or OT program.
• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of an OT.
• Supervises rehabilitation technicians with regard to patient care.
• Documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers.
• Assists with program development and department operations.
• Assists leadership or Level III with department operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Manual dexterity

Patient education

Education

OT/OTA degree

Job description

Job Summary

Performs routine occupational therapy treatments according to patient treatment plans under the direction of a licensed occupational therapist. Documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers. Supervises rehabilitation technicians with regard to individual patient care. Assists with program development. Provides training and guidance to students and interns. Assists leadership or Level III with department operations.

Job Description

PRN need is primarily weekends/holidays, however some weekday coverage may be needed as well. Training/orientation will be during the week. Location: Pearland Hospital.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant or an Occupational Therapist program.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Demonstrates leadership skills in either operational functions or clinical program.
• The position requires occasional to frequent lifting up to 75-100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting.
• Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary.
• The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.

Principal Accountabilities

• Assumes responsibility in the care of the patient.
• Implements an occupational therapy treatment program as described by an occupational therapist’s written plan of care.
• Provides occupational therapy services under the supervision of the OT, and modifies treatments only as allowed by the plan of care.
• Supervises rehabilitation technicians and others with regards to patient care.
• May screen patients for possible OT services under the direction of an OT.
• Monitors patient’s condition and progress towards treatment goals.
• Motivates and instructs patient/caregivers using appropriate methods.
• Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers, the supervising occupational therapist, and other professional colleagues to include physicians and insurance companies.
• Manages time effectively.
• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
• Serves as a clinical resource to colleagues, other health care professionals or to the community in general.
• Serves as clinical instructor for OTA interns.
• Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned.

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