Outpatient

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapy Assistant performs therapy procedures and care plans in accordance with accepted standards and under the direction of a licensed therapist. The role provides direct patient care, carries out treatments based on individualized plans of care, monitors and reports patient responses, and instructs patients and families on relevant aspects of care. The assistant collaborates with the patient care team on ongoing care, support, and follow-up after discharge. The position also supports department operations by supervising support staff, maintaining supplies and equipment, keeping the work area orderly, planning treatment schedules, documenting services, and recording daily charges. The assistant follows infection-control protocols, provides staff training and in-service programs, serves as a clinical instructor to students, attends relevant team conferences and educational sessions, and pursues professional development.

Requirements

Graduation from an Occupational Therapy Assistant school accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the state of Georgia.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Perform therapy procedures and care plans under the direction of a licensed therapist and in accordance with accepted standards.
Provide direct patient care and perform treatments according to individualized plans of care.
Monitor patients’ responses to therapy, recognize progression or regression, and report pertinent information to appropriate staff.
Instruct and train patients and families regarding relevant aspects of patient care.
Participate with the patient care team in planning continued care, support, and follow-up after discharge.
Supervise support staff and conduct in-service programs, provide staff training, and serve as a clinical instructor to students.
Perform administrative duties supporting patient care and departmental functions.
Maintain supply inventory, ensure proper equipment use and maintenance, and keep the work area free of debris and clutter.
Plan individual treatment schedules to make effective use of staff and equipment.
Follow program- or setting-specific documentation protocols and accurately record daily charges for services rendered.
Follow infection-control standards, including proper cleaning and sterilization of surfaces, equipment, and instruments.
Attend educational in-services and professional activities to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
Work with the manager to formulate a professional development plan.
Attend team conferences when appropriate and cooperate with team members to provide consistent, high-quality service.
Respond to requests for professional information or advice and refer complex matters to appropriate staff.
Perform other related duties as required.