Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Altru Health System • Devils Lake, ND

11d • $24 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist Assistant is responsible for the treatment of patients under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist in compliance with licensure standards. The Occupational Therapist Assistant works with an interdisciplinary team contributing to patient goal development and identifying barriers to discharge. The assistant provides patient centered care and assists the Occupational Therapist in planning and organizing the plan of care for the patient.

Requirements

• Occupational Therapy Assistant - Certified | North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Driver's License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System
• Associates - Occupational Therapy
• This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 1 year Related Experience

Responsibilities

• Assists the Occupational Therapist in performing evaluations, assessments and procedures.
• Orients patients, family and/or other appropriate parties to the purpose and procedures of the physical therapy evaluation and treatment.
• Provides appropriate patient/family education and teaching, under the supervision of a Therapist.
• Obtains and documents appropriately all required and pertinent patient information, including precautions, orders, and initial plan of care.
• Coordinates treatment schedules with disciplines using appropriate scheduling procedures.
• Identifies significant changes in patient's condition and takes appropriate actions, as evidenced in reporting, staffing consultations and documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Benefits

• Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree