Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Summary: Under general supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), provides occupational therapy services to individuals or groups of patients in accordance with the plan of care.

Job Responsibilities: -Provides skilled interventions in alignment with the individualized treatment plan as directed by the supervising OT. -Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices. -Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management. -Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. -Attends departmental meetings. -Performs other duties as assigned. Required Skills & Experience: -Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan. -Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data. -Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs. -Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient's best interest. -Proficient written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. -Demonstrates independence and teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility. -Proficient in computer applications for patient care and documentation, including EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and cloudbased tools. -Promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equity. -Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities. Required Education: -Associate's degree as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or equivalent degree for foreign graduates.

Required Certifications & Licensure: -Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as an Occupational Therapist Assistant. -Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.