Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Corewell Health • Niles, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist, provides occupational therapy services to patients and clients to improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, and to help compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching daily living and work tasks. May treat patients and clients with cognitive impairment, psychosocial dysfunction, and physical disabilities. Assists with patient, client, and caregiver education.

The position is part time in the Rehab Inpatient St Joseph department, serving the Lakeland Hospital St Joseph site. The day shift schedule consists of variable four- to eight-hour shifts, with variable days and weekends.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from an accredited therapy assistant program.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days, or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Red Cross within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

• Therapy assistance experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Occupational Therapists in providing therapy and participate in preparing and carrying out the patient’s or client’s overall plan of care.
• Provide treatment as planned, delegated, and supervised by the Occupational Therapist, in accordance with agency policy, to restore and maximize function.
• Assess treatment effectiveness and modify treatment methods under the Occupational Therapist’s direction.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in compliance with department standards and medical-legal, regulatory, and reimbursement procedures.
• Communicate with health care team members to support continuity and coordination of care, and participate in interdisciplinary conferences.
• Provide input into education for families and caregivers about the Occupational Therapy program.
• Alert the supervising Occupational Therapist or designee to potential health problems or changes in a patient’s or client’s condition.
• May instruct and train rehabilitation staff, nursing staff, other medical staff, and students regarding patient or client needs and rehabilitation services.
• Participate in ongoing process improvement and program development.
• As needed, transport patients or clients in the employee’s personal vehicle to community-based resources related to therapeutic goals, based on the SH entity.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to support financial, health, and work/life balance goals; eligibility depends on employment type and status.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
• Optional identity theft protection and home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.

What This Job Offers

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