Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Graduate - COTA - Adult Rehab Services

General Summary

Under direct supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant, provides occupational therapy services to individuals or groups of patients.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Provides skilled interventions in alignment with the individualized treatment plan as directed by the supervising OT.

• Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices.

• Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management.

• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.

• Attends departmental meetings.

• Ensure that all work is approved by a supervising therapist as required by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• Associate's degree as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or equivalent degree for foreign graduates.

Experience Requirements

• No experience required.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

• Must obtain Occupational Therapist Assistant License from the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision within 6 months of hire.

• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:

• Foundational knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan.

• Ability to integrates information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data.

• Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs.

• Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient's best interest.

• Proficient written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.

• Ability to work independently under supervision and contribute effectively to team-based care.

• Proficient in computer applications for patient care and documentation, including EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and cloud-based tools.

• Fosters an inclusive environment that values diversity and individual differences.

• Demonstrates commitment to professional development through active engagement in educational opportunities.