Occupational Therapist Assistant

Cleveland Clinic

7d • Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is a fully integrated, state-of-the-art medical campus that includes Diagnostic Centers, Outpatient Surgery and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Martin North Hospital is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit, multispecialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.

As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will provide therapeutic services for patients of all ages and health backgrounds. Whether they come seeking support for physical, cognitive or mental health struggles, you will assist the Occupational Therapist in ensuring they feel supported, educated, encouraged and empowered to take control of their wellness. As needed, you may be asked to float between Martin North, Martin South and Tradition Hospitals. This role offers an unmatched opportunity to make a difference in the community every day, all while gaining extensive hands-on experience in an exciting healthcare environment.

A caregiver in this position works days between 8:00AM – 4:30PM. Four weekend days per 8-week schedule period, and one major and minor holiday per year will be required.

Martin North will be the primary work location, but floating to Martin South and Tradition will be required as needed.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or certificate
• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant Program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association
• Current State licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the clinical area
• One year of acute care experience

Responsibilities

• Administer patient centered Occupational Therapy treatment incorporating evidence-based practice and skilled techniques to achieve optimal functional outcomes, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Communicate changes in patient status to primary therapist in a timely manner.
• Act as a clinical instructor or participate in the education and evaluation of students.
• Act as a resource for volunteers and observers.
• Participate in staff development and education programs within the department.
• Participate in interdepartmental education of other professional staff.
• Direct and supervise the activities of support personnel while retaining responsibility for patient care.

What This Job Offers

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