Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute Care Per Diem - Weekdays and some Weekends

Jupiter Medical Center•Lexington, MA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant works under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist to carry out the Occupational Therapy plan of care. This role involves assisting in the supervision of Rehab Aide personnel, communicating patient progress to the Occupational Therapist, and documenting patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements. The position also requires maintaining equipment and the work area in a safe and clean condition. Jupiter Medical Center is recognized for its commitment to safety, quality, and patient satisfaction, being the leading destination for world-class healthcare in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast. It is the only hospital in its served counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Requirements

Licensed to practice as an Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of Florida
American Heart Association BLS Certification for Health Care Providers
Graduate from an accredited COTA Program with A.S. degree.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment, work independently, making sound decisions, detail oriented, alert and self-motivated.
Ability to push/pull up to 40lbs., carry and lift up to 50lbs.
Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation
TB/PPD Surveillance Program Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).

Nice To Haves

Establishing Relationships: Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to collaborate effectively within department and organization.
Peer Support: Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.
Inspiring and Motivating Others: Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments.
Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.
Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence: Exercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills.
Acting with Integrity: Interacts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations.
Being a Champion for Change and Innovation: Supports people in their efforts to try new things. Things creatively, generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to develop new or improved processes.
Communicating Effectively: Speaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner.
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: Treats all people with dignity and respect.

Responsibilities

Carries out Occupational Therapy Plan of Care as designed by the Occupational Therapist.
Assists in the supervision of Rehab Aide personnel.
Communicates patient progress to the Occupational Therapist with regard to the Plan of Care.
Document patient care in accordance with, regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements.
Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
Performs other duties as assigned.