COTA - Ochsner Extended Care Hospital - PRN

Ochsner Health • Jefferson, LA

284d • Remote

About The Position

This job assumes responsibility for and provides routine treatment as assigned according to plan of care provided by a licensed Occupational Therapist. Provides direct patient care after the patient has been evaluated by a licensed Occupational Therapist and documents patient progress in daily progress notes and/or summaries to physicians.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Eligibility for state Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure by examination.
• Current state license prior to start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• Current Louisiana Occupational Therapy Assistant license.

Responsibilities

• Performs occupational therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
• Communicates and documents any changes in patient's status and informs therapist of patient's reassessment.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies and procedures.
• Participates in staff and committee projects.
• Achieves established productivity levels set forth by administration.
• May be required to educate and train others within discipline.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree