Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Full-Time Days MMH

UHS•Bradenton, FL

About The Position

The Occupational Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care across both inpatient and outpatient settings in compliance with Manatee Health policies, standards and philosophy, The Joint Commission standards, and the AOTA Code of Ethics This role involves supporting adult and pediatric patients who experience a loss of and/or deficiency in functional independence related to chronic, traumatic or developmental illness, impairment and/or disability in achieving their functional goals through therapeutic activities, education, and specialized care techniques. Interventions are developed with the patient and their family and/or caregivers as partners in the rehabilitation process. Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Associate’s degree
State of Florida Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Minimum of one (1) year outpatient experience

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, patient-centered care across both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Support adult and pediatric patients who experience a loss of and/or deficiency in functional independence.
Assist patients in achieving their functional goals through therapeutic activities, education, and specialized care techniques.
Develop interventions with the patient and their family and/or caregivers as partners in the rehabilitation process.
Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times.
Other duties as assigned.