Casual Occupational Therapy Assist - Partial Hospital
About The Position
This role focuses on providing occupational therapy services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT). The position involves maintaining ethical practice, adhering to HIPAA regulations, and utilizing evidence-based practice informed by OT Practice Frameworks and OT Theory. Responsibilities include screening and evaluating patients, documenting assessments and interventions, developing and implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with the treatment team. The role also involves assisting with program monitoring, maintaining supplies, and providing feedback to students and volunteers. A key aspect is maintaining collaborative relationships, attending department meetings, and pursuing continuing education to stay current in the field. The position requires maintaining national board certification and state licensure, providing advance notification for absences, and fostering professional relationships with patients and staff. The individual will serve as a model for strengths-based and patient-centered interactions.
Requirements
- Associates degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Experience in Behavioral Health or with a specific age population (geriatrics, pediatrics)
- Maintains current state license
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work with others in a collaborative manner
- Creative and flexible
Responsibilities
- Maintains ethical practice in accordance with AOTA standards
- Adheres to HIPAA regulations and maintains patient confidentiality
- Under supervision of OT, utilizes Evidence Based Practice to inform clinical decisions
- Adheres to and applies concepts from the OT Practice Frameworks
- Demonstrates knowledge of OT Theory
- Follows all hospital policies and procedures
- Aware of incoming consultations/assessments; responds to requests within 24 hours
- Demonstrates service competency in the administration of standard assessments
- Under supervision of OT, makes appropriate recommendations and communicates to treatment team
- Accurately documents the evaluation according to Butler Hospital policy
- Obtains patient’s occupational profile of baseline roles, routines, and interests
- Identifies and implements appropriate interventions to address treatment goals
- Demonstrates diversity and flexibility in group and individual interventions
- Effectively grades/modifies interventions in response to patient needs
- Utilizes positive and supportive techniques when working with challenging patients
- Monitors programming on an ongoing basis and collaborates with OT and unit leadership to implement necessary changes
- Assists in maintenance of supply closets and unit activity spaces
- Accurately documents interventions according to Butler Hospital policy
- Complies with AOTA regulations regarding supervision of interns
- Provides consistent and appropriate feedback to students and volunteers
- Maintains collaborative relationship with OT supervisor
- Attends department meetings and contributes to the growth of the department
- Seeks out opportunities for relevant continuing education
- Attends all annual in-service education as required
- Maintains National Board Certification and Rhode Island State Licensure
- Consistently provides advanced notification of tardiness/absences
- Maintains professional relationships with all patients and staff
- Demonstrates ability to implement effective conflict resolution strategies
- Serves as a model for strengths-based and patient-centered interactions at all times
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
