Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Under the direct clinical supervision of a Licensed, Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR/L), this position involves direct patient services, such as contributing to the evaluation process and carrying out prescribed treatment. The role will be treating patients on two psychiatric units in either group or individual settings. This position also includes supportive activities, such as inventory control, in-service education, and general department maintenance. The employee will attend select meetings for the division and/or department. Other responsibilities include communication and coordination of occupational therapy treatment programs with the patient and team members. Those in this position must be trained to provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment for patients of all ages, with additional education and experience focused on psychosocial rehabilitation and care of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Job Description

• Contribute to the evaluation process and carry out prescribed treatment for patients.
• Treat patients on two psychiatric units in group or individual settings.
• Participate in supportive activities such as inventory control and in-service education.
• Communicate and coordinate occupational therapy treatment programs with patients and team members.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) certification preferred.
• Certified by the National Board for Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred.
• State licensure required.
• Ability to conduct assessments directed by a Registered Occupational Therapist and assist in formulating and implementing relevant OT interventions.
• Up to 1 year of fieldwork experience.

Working Conditions

• Climbing - Rarely
• Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
• Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
• Kneeling - Rarely
• Lifting 50+ lbs. - Rarely
• Lifting Pulling - Occasionally
• Pushing - Occasionally
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Frequently
• Stooping - Occasionally
• Talking - Frequently
• Use of Hands - Frequently
• Color Vision - Frequently
• Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
• Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
• Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to serve our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, all TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

• Serve: ALWAYS

  • Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello."
  • Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist.
  • Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas.

• Excel: ALWAYS

  • Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met.
  • Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators).
  • Work on improving quality, safety, and service.

• Respect: ALWAYS

  • Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
  • Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
  • Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

• Value: ALWAYS

  • Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared, and actively participating.
  • Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
  • Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and look for ways to avoid waste.

• Engage: ALWAYS

  • Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
  • Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members, and the community.