What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Asst.-FULL Time (40 hours per week)- Day Shift- Sun-Thurs 8 position at Henry Ford Health System?
Department: Occupational Therapy
GENERAL SUMMARY
- Conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
- Implement an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
- Document findings of patient progress. Seek consultation as necessary.
- Monitor patient's response to treatment plan.
- Communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to occupational therapist.
- Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
- Provide discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.
- May oversee the care provided by therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. No additional preferences.
CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association
- Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (COTA) credentialed from the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Additional Information
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
