Occupational Therapist Assistant
Stuart
Martin Health North
MMC Rehab OT-Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
000822
Days
8:00am-4:30pm
Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is a fully integrated,state-of-the-artmedical campus that includes Diagnostic Centers, Outpatient Surgery and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Martin North Hospital is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit,multispecialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
As anOccupational Therapist Assistant, you will provide therapeuticservices for patientsof all ages and health backgroundsWhether they come seeking support for physical,cognitiveor mental health struggles, you willassistthe Occupational Therapist in ensuring they feel supported, educated,encouragedand empowered to take control of their wellness.As needed, you may be asked to float betweenMartinNorth, MartinSouthand TraditionHospitals.Thisrole offers an unmatched opportunity to make a difference in the community every day, all while gaining extensive hands-on experience in an exciting healthcare environment.
APRNcaregiver in this position worksvaryingdaysbetween 8:00AM – 4:30PM, up to24 hoursper week.Four weekend days per 8-week schedule period, one weekday perweekand two holidays per year will berequired
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Administer patient centered Occupational Therapy treatment incorporatingevidence-basedpracticeand skilled techniques to achieveoptimalfunctional outcomes, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Communicate changes in patient status to primary therapistin a timely manner
Act as a clinical instructor orparticipatein the education and evaluation of students.
Act as a resource for volunteers and observers.
Participate in staff development and education programs within the department.
Participate in interdepartmental education of other professional staff.
Direct and supervise the activities of support personnel whileretainingresponsibility for patient care.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Associate’s Degreeor certificate
Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant Program accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association
Current State licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS)Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)or American Red Cross
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Experience in the clinical area
One year of acute care experience
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
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Cleveland Clinic, located in Cleveland, Ohio, is a not-for-profit, multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
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