Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Corewell Health • Farmington Hills, MI

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of an OTR, the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant implements treatment programs for patients with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial dysfunction. The role requires appropriate interaction with patients regardless of age or culture and adherence to Beaumont customer service standards. The assistant documents patient treatment in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and professional documentation standards, and submits charges for services provided. The position maintains verbal, electronic, and written communication with the treatment team, including the supervising OTR, for goal setting, problem-solving, treatment, and discharge planning. It also communicates observations about patients’ conditions and reactions to treatment.

The position is based at Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, a 305-bed teaching facility with Level II trauma status. The role is full-time, scheduled for 40 hours per week, on the day shift; hours and days are variable, and weekends may be variable.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university occupational therapy assistant program.
• Familiarity with upper-extremity hand dysfunction and injuries.
• Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified (COTA) credential from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), or eligibility for certification, required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with industrial rehabilitation and ergonomics.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment programs for patients with physical, cognitive, or psychosocial dysfunction under the supervision of an OTR.
• Interact appropriately with patients regardless of age or culture and adhere to Beaumont customer service standards.
• Document patient treatment according to applicable laws, rules, regulations, and professional documentation standards.
• Submit charges for services provided.
• Maintain verbal, electronic, and written communication with the treatment team, including the supervising OTR, for goal setting, active problem-solving, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Communicate observations of patients’ conditions and reactions to treatment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with offers on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other services.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree