Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA. University of Oklahoma Medical Center

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

Under general supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), provides occupational therapy services to individuals or groups of patients in accordance with the plan of care. Provides skilled interventions in alignment with the individualized treatment plan as directed by the supervising OT, and works with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to support comprehensive care and safe discharge planning.

Requirements

Associate’s degree as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or equivalent degree for foreign graduates.
No experience required.
Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan.
Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data.
Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs.
Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest.
Proficient written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.
Demonstrates independence and teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility.
Proficient in computer applications for patient care and documentation, including EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and cloud-based tools.
Promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equity.
Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities.

Responsibilities

Provides skilled interventions in alignment with the individualized treatment plan as directed by the supervising OT.
Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices.
Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management.
Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Attends departmental meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.