Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Memorial Hermann Health System
6 days ago
Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a job in Houston, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Staff
At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary
Position will work full time, Tues-Sat or Sun-Thurs.
8 hour shifts
Performs routine occupational therapy treatments according to patient treatment plans under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist, especially activities of daily living. Documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers. Supervises rehabilitation technicians with regard to individual patient care. May assist with program development. May provide training and guidance to students and interns.Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant or an Occupational Therapist program.
Licenses/Certifications: Current license to practice Occupational Therapy by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners license or eligibility. Current certification in Basic Life Support.
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
- 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 treatment only as allowed by the plan of care. Is able to demonstrate occupational therapy skills competently. May screen patients for possible OT services under the direction of an OT. Monitors patient's condition and progress towards treatment goals.
- Communicates effectively with the supervising Occupational Therapist, patient/caregiver 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.
- May serve as a clinical resource to colleagues, other health care professionals or to the community in general.
- May serve as Clinical Instructor for OTA interns.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Other duties as assigned.
Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID #100160820. Posted job title: cota - acute rehab, tmc
About Memorial Hermann Health SystemCompany Overview:
Charting a better future. A future that’s built upon the HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our 6,600+ affiliated physicians and 33,000+ employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17* hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of our community will be at the center of what we do – charting a better future for all.
*Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy.
Our Mission
Memorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.
Our Vision
To create healthier communities, now and for generations to come.
Our Values
Community: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner.
Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.
Credibility: We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions.
Courage: We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community.
Benefits- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- 403b retirement plan
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- School loan reimbursement
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