Cert Occupational Therapy Assistant - OKC Acute

Kaiser Permanente - Oklahoma City, OK

Part-time - Entry Level

Oklahoma City, OK

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Occupational Therapy Assistant at Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City plays a vital role in providing compassionate care and support to patients of all ages. Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the assistant will assist with assessments and implement individualized treatment programs, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and standards. This part-time, per diem position requires flexibility in working hours, including days, holidays, and weekends, to meet the needs of the patients and the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial assessment on each patient upon receiving direction from O.T.R./L. and according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Document the course of patient care including progress notes and the continuing need for treatment according to departmental policy.
• Administer appropriate modalities, exercise regimes, or treatment procedures according to departmental policies and procedures on standards of treatment care.
• Maintain progress notes and departmental records on each patient according to departmental policies regarding documentation and charges.
• Participate in promoting education within the department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of special needs and behaviors of specific age groups to include neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Perform miscellaneous job duties as directed by the Inpatient Physical Medicine Supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Current license for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or eligible for licensure in state of practice.
• One year experience is preferred but will consider new graduates.
• BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before assigned to care for patients independently.

Benefits

• Day-one comprehensive health coverage
• Vision and dental coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employer-matched retirement funds