Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ascension•Milwaukee, WI

60d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is at Ascension St. Francis Hospital in the Behavioral Health department. The schedule is Days | PRN. The Occupational Therapy Assistant will deliver personalized, evidence-based therapy by implementing tailored treatment plans using appropriate modalities to help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life. They will track and communicate progress by documenting patient journeys and collaborating closely with the Occupational Therapist to revise goals and adapt treatment plans based on real-time responses. The role involves empowering patients and families by educating individuals and their caregivers on managing deficits, building confidence for a safer transition home. Additionally, the OTA will guide seamless transitions by coordinating discharge planning, recommending adaptive equipment and community resources to ensure ongoing success beyond clinical care. The OTA will also mentor support staff by overseeing therapy technicians to maintain high safety standards, seamless workflow, and quality care delivery across the team.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

Deliver personalized, evidence-based therapy: Implement tailored treatment plans using appropriate modalities to help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.
Track and communicate progress: Document patient journeys and collaborate closely with the Occupational Therapist to revise goals and adapt treatment plans based on real-time responses.
Empower patients and families: Educate individuals and their caregivers on managing deficits, building confidence for a safer transition home.
Guide seamless transitions: Coordinate discharge planning, recommending adaptive equipment and community resources to ensure ongoing success beyond clinical care.
Mentor support staff: Oversee therapy technicians to maintain high safety standards, seamless workflow, and quality care delivery across the team.