Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Providence • Portland, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Asst-Occupational Therapy Assistant under the direction of an occupational therapist, provides skilled occupational therapy to patients/clients with a wide variety of diagnoses and disabilities, taking into account individual patient's special physical or age-related needs. Requires skills in patient/client treatment, as well as professional consultations to achieve maximum patient/client independence in accordance with individual's functional level and potential. Works with a multidisciplinary team. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St Vincent Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• May require specialized OTA training to meet a particular department need, or equivalent educ/experience
• Upon hire: Oregon Occupational Therapist Assistant License
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Upon hire: In compliance with company policy and state regulations, a Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check is required for this position (PL 612 and 580 only).

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled occupational therapy to patients/clients with a wide variety of diagnoses and disabilities, taking into account individual patient's special physical or age-related needs.
• Achieves maximum patient/client independence in accordance with individual's functional level and potential through patient/client treatment and professional consultations.
• Works with a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Free, convenient, and ample parking
• TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area
• Medical Plan Assistance Program - provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income
• Tuition Reimbursement/Education – includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and master's degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap
• Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year
• Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Lyra Caregiver Assistance Program - Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree