Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Trexlertown, PA

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Administers occupational therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. In collaboration with an occupational therapist (OTR), the patient, and the family, contributes to the plan of care and facilitates participation in everyday living. Improves quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education.

The position is based onsite at the Health Center at Trexlertown in Lehigh Valley Health Network’s Peds Rehab department. The work shift is day shift, with a variable schedule.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Less than one year of experience; must have successfully completed clinical experience required by the school program.
• Knowledge of patient rights and laws related to those rights, such as HIPAA.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques.
• Ability to provide safe, compassionate, and competent occupational therapy treatments.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, and coworkers in a friendly, supportive manner.
• Thorough knowledge of workplace safety standards and regulations.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification for Pennsylvania, required upon hire.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential for Pennsylvania, required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• For Homecare, Hospice, or Home-based Outpatient positions, current auto insurance at state-minimum required levels is required.

Responsibilities

• Review and implement established occupational therapy plans of care to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
• Implement individualized treatment plans using skilled, evidence-based techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, splinting/DME, and modalities.
• Provide occupational therapy treatment consistent with patients’ assessed needs.
• Communicate patient progress and physical limitations to a supervisor, physician, and other team members.
• Implement plans of care based on age-specific and population-specific needs, using a developmental and patient- and family-directed approach.
• Provide cost-effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
• Complete and submit documentation in accordance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

What This Job Offers

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