Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant- Weekends

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

This is a PRN position for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) on the inpatient behavioral health unit. This position will be scheduled primarily on the weekends. The primary job responsibilities are assessments and therapeutic groups.

Job Description

• Under the direct clinical supervision of a Licensed, Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR/L), but must frequently exercise own judgment and knowledge.
• Involves direct patient services, such as contributing to the evaluation process and carrying out prescribed treatment.
• Treating patients on two psychiatric units in either group or individual settings.
• Involved in supportive activities, such as inventory control, in-service education, and general department maintenance.
• Attend select meetings for the division and/or department.
• Communication and coordination of occupational therapy treatment programs with the patient and team members.
• 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.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program in Occupational Therapy.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) certified by the National Board for Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred.
• State Licensure.
• Ability to conduct assessment directed by a Registered Occupational Therapist and assist in the formulation and implementation of relevant OT interventions.
• Up to 1 year experience field-work.

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 will 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.