Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Corewell Health • Farmington Hills, MI

2d • 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 of all ages and cultures 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, active problem-solving, treatment, and discharge planning. The assistant also communicates observations about patients’ conditions and reactions to treatment.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position at Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital. The listed shift is day shift, with hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Days worked and weekend frequency are variable.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university occupational therapy assistant program.
• Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified (COTA) credential through 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.
• Familiarity with upper-extremity hand dysfunction and injuries.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).

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.
• Communicate verbally, electronically, and in writing with the treatment team, including the supervising OTR, regarding goal setting, problem-solving, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Communicate observations about patient conditions and reactions to treatment.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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