What are the responsibilities and job description for the OCC THERAPY ASSISTANT (COTA) - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - PRN DAYS position at ANDERSON HOSPITAL?
Job Details
Description
Job Summary: The occupational therapy assistant is responsible for the patients assigned to her/him. The occupational therapy assistant is responsible for following the plan of care established by the registered occupational therapist.
Service and Quality Standards:
Service:
Is Customer focused
Anticipates customer needs
Adheres to customer service standards
Is competent, caring and compassionate
Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect
Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior to customers and coworkers
People
Is conversation conscious
Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information
Is positive in interactions with others
Is courteous and respectful
Promotes a harassment free environment
Inspires the trust of others
Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest
Quality
Is excellent in patient care and service
Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation
Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback
Is safety conscious
Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives
Is involved with improvement efforts
Supports performance improvement
Seeks ways to improve systems and services
Shows commitment to improvement efforts
Meets mandatory educational requirements
Growth
Is a loyal ambassador
Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision
Is active and involved
Supports hospital initiatives
Champions innovation and supports change
Is a positive role model
Fosters team cooperation
Finance
Is a good steward of hospital resources
Develops/uses efficient work methods
Is cost effective
Conserves organizational resources
Job Responsibilities:
The occupational therapy assistant is responsible for providing the safe and effective delivery of patient care through assessment and implementation of patient and family needs within the parameters of the Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act in order to deliver care promoting optimal recovery and rehabilitation. The occupational therapy assistant promotes safe and effective care to all age groups.
Qualifications
Education Requirements and Other Requirements:
Education Level: Graduate from an occupational therapy assistant curriculum approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Certification/Licensure: Current licensed in the State of Illinois.
Experience Requirements: One year experience in the health care setting is required.
Other Requirements: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
Working Conditions: Exposure Category 1: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them, are Category 1 tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category 1 tasks.
