Occupational Therapy Assistant

Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant or an Occupational Therapist program

Licenses/Certification: Current License to practice Occupational Therapy by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners. Current Certification in Basic Life Support

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience

• The position requires occasional to frequent lifting up to 75-100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting. Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary. The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.

Principal Accountabilities

• Implements an occupational therapy treatment program as described by an occupational therapist’s written plan of care.  Provides occupational therapy services under the supervision of the OT, and modifies treatments only as allowed by the plan of care.  Supervises rehabilitation technicians and others with regards to patient care. May screen patients for possible OT services under the direction of an OT. Monitors patient’s condition and progress towards treatment goals. Motivates and instructs patient/caregivers using appropriate methods.

• Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers, the supervising occupational therapist, and other professional colleagues to include physicians and insurance companies. 

• Manages time effectively. 

• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently. 

• Serve as a clinical resource, mentor, and clinical instructor to staff, students, hospital, schools and/or the community in general. 

• Actively pursues clinical expertise in specific treatment techniques or management of a particular patient population.

•  Actively participates in organized system/facility/departmental committees and taskforces

• Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty

• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization;

• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

• Other duties as assigned.