Cota - Phoebe Worth

Description

JOB SUMMARY

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of Licensed OTR based on the Physician's order and the Occupational Therapy evaluation with written plan of care. Treatment focused on quality, goal attainment, and improved functional outcome in relation to patient's age and condition. Supervises OTA students and volunteers.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• Long-distance or air travel as needed - not to exceed 10% travel.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Vocational / Technical Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 0 - 1 year Acute care and/or rehab. New graduate acceptable. (Preferred)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Physical Agent Modalities Certification
• Required Certifications/Licensures: Occupational Therapy Assistant

GENERAL SKILLS

• Customer Relations
• Basic Computer Skills
• General Clerical Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Mathematical
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Communication Skills
• Grammar / Spelling
• Interpersonal Skills
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Read / Comprehend Written Instructions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Reaching above shoulder - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Climbing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%)