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

Sheppard Pratt Careers • Towson, MD

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About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services to individual or groups of patients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, as directed by the supervisor and within the limitations of State Licensure Law. The position records and reports patients’ 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 working with adults in behavioral health. In some programs, the position requires 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 the State of Maryland at the time of appointment and continuously during tenure in the position.
• 3 to 6 months’ practice as an OTA 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 groups of patients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and as directed by the supervisor.
• Work within the limitations described in the State Licensure Law.
• Record and report patients’ progress to the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Direct professional and clinical questions and concerns to the supervisor or treatment team.
• Maintain professional knowledge and skills through attendance at professional meetings, workshops, courses, and in-service sessions.
• For applicable programs, operate a hospital vehicle.

What This Job Offers

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