Occupational Therapy Assistant – Casual

Role Overview

• Maintains ethical practice in accordance with AOTA standards
• Adheres to HIPAA regulations and maintains patient confidentiality
• Under supervision of OT, utilizes Evidence Based Practice to inform clinical decisions
• Adheres to and applies concepts from the OT Practice Frameworks
• Demonstrates knowledge of OT Theory
• Follows all hospital policies and procedures
• Aware of incoming consultations/assessments; responds to requests within 24 hours.
• Demonstrates service competency in the administration of standard assessments.
• Under supervision of OT, makes appropriate recommendations and communicates to treatment team.
• Accurately documents the evaluation according to Butler Hospital policy

Requirements

• Associates degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Experience in Behavioral Health or with a specific age population (geriatrics, pediatrics)
• Maintains current state license
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work with others in a collaborative manner
• Creative and flexible.

Benefits

• Maintains ethical practice in accordance with AOTA standards
• Adheres to HIPAA regulations and maintains patient confidentiality
• Under supervision of OT, utilizes Evidence Based Practice to inform clinical decisions
• Adheres to and applies concepts from the OT Practice Frameworks
• Demonstrates knowledge of OT Theory
• Follows all hospital policies and procedures
• Aware of incoming consultations/assessments; responds to requests within 24 hours.
• Demonstrates service competency in the administration of standard assessments.
• Under supervision of OT, makes appropriate recommendations and communicates to treatment team.
• Accurately documents the evaluation according to Butler Hospital policy