Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled Nursing Unit

Ochsner Health

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Fully remote
Direct patient care delivery
Daily progress documentation
Computer software proficiency
Ochsner Health is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for their Skilled Nursing Unit to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists. The role requires an Associate's degree and eligibility for state licensure, with a strong emphasis on effective communication and documentation skills

Job Summary

  • The role involves performing routine occupational therapy treatments as assigned according to a plan provided by a licensed Occupational Therapist.
  • Employees are expected to document patient progress in daily notes and summaries for physicians while maintaining strict compliance with privacy standards.
  • Ochsner Health values dedicated employees who serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate to make a difference in patient lives.

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Ochsner Health is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for their Skilled Nursing Unit to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists. The role requires an Associate's degree and eligibility for state licensure, with a strong emphasis on effective communication and documentation skills.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care delivery
  • Daily progress documentation
  • Computer software proficiency
  • Effective verbal communication
  • Interpersonal skills development

Nice-to-have

  • Organizational skills excellence
  • Ability to travel between facilities
  • Adapting behavior to patient populations
  • Participating in staff committee projects
  • Educating and training others

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree from accredited OT assistant program
  • Eligibility for state OT assistant licensure by examination
  • Current state license prior to start date
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
  • No prior work experience required

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