Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) (Young Adult Unit)

Sheppard Pratt • Towson, MD

9d • $54,074 - $83,511

About The Position

Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services to individual patients or groups as directed by the supervisor and within the limitations described in State Licensure Law. The assistant records and reports patient progress to the multidisciplinary treatment team and directs professional or clinical questions and concerns to the supervisor or treatment team. The role requires occupational therapy practice knowledge relevant to adults in behavioral health. Some programs require a valid driver's license and the ability to operate a hospital vehicle. Inpatient positions may require evening, weekend, and holiday work to facilitate programming.

Requirements

• Associate of Arts degree in occupational therapy.
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) in Maryland at the time of appointment and continuously throughout tenure in the position.
• Three to six months of OTA practice in related work.
• Comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy practice specific to working with adults in behavioral health.
• For some programs, a valid driver's license and ability to operate a hospital vehicle at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to individual or group patients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, as directed and within State Licensure Law limitations.
• Record and report patients' progress to the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Direct professional and clinical questions or concerns to the supervisor or treatment team.
• Maintain professional knowledge and skills through attendance at professional meetings, workshops, courses, and in-service sessions.

What This Job Offers

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