Occupational Therapist Assistant
Stuart
Martin Hospital South
MMS Rehab OT Inpatient-Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
000822
Days
7:30am-4:00pm/8:00am-4:30pm
Join Cleveland Clinic Martin Health where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. At Martin Health, we strive daily to provide world-class care to the communities in and around Martin County and treat our patients as family. Here, you will work alongside passionate physicians, nurses, and other caregivers in a family-oriented, supportive environment.
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will provide therapeutic services for patients of all ages and health backgrounds. Whether 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 between Martin North, Martin South and Tradition Hospitals. This role offers an unmatched opportunity to make a difference in the community every day, all while gaining extensive hands-on experiencethroughmentorshipand education opportunitiesin an exciting healthcare environment.
A PRN caregiver in this position works up to 24-hours per week between 8:00AM – 4:30PM,with flexibility on start/end times. Wednesdays and Saturdays are the primary days needed, but flexibility tosupport other days, including weekends and holidays,will berequired, as needed.
Martin South will be the primary worklocation butfloating to support Martin North and Tradition will berequired, as needed.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Administer patient centered Occupational Therapy treatment incorporating evidence-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
Valid State Driver’s (VDL) license upon hire and per policy 8-175 thereafter for Homecare
Proof of automobile $100,000/$300,000 insurance coverage, upon hire and per policy 8-175 thereafter for Homecare
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Experience in the clinical area
One year of acute care experience
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
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