Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Acute / Part-Time)

Northside Hospital Inc.•Cumming, GA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Northside Hospital is an award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing organization. We are expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities, creating opportunities for healthcare professionals. Our Rehabilitation Team supports employees' professional and personal growth through advanced certification and specialty training financial support, tuition reimbursement, and staff career advancement programs. We foster an environment that promotes work/life balance, embraces diversity, and values our employees. We are a highly recognized and supportive organization with a valued rehabilitation services department, comprised of a compassionate, dedicated, and innovative team of highly specialized professional staff focused on evidence-based care. Our supportive leadership team encourages personal growth and development, with strong collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams. We are strong supporters of our community through screenings, education, volunteering, and community service initiatives, with a focus on service excellence and providing expert-level care to our patients. Our team includes seasoned clinicians and mentors, many with advanced certifications and specialty training, and we have residency and enrichment programs underway with other key residency programs to come. We celebrate longevity within our team, with many employees celebrating 20, 30, and 40 years of service.

Requirements

Associate's degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant by the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy.
Technical training in the use of occupational therapy equipment used in the inpatient and/or outpatient settings, per assigned job duties.
Current certification in cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for all age groups.
Must have 2 years of licensed clinical experience.
Internal candidate must attain 3.25 PE (prior year) and no disciplinary action on file.

Nice To Haves

Has current knowledge of orthopedics, neurology, and medical/surgical problems associated with the adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.

Responsibilities

Performing occupational therapy programs and treatments as directed by the occupational therapist for inpatient & outpatient pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.
Provides employee and patient educational programs as directed.
The duties of this position require patient and family education and the exercise of courtesy and patience in speaking with and assisting patients, families, medical personnel and others in order to provide quality customer service.