Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

• Race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate shall not be a factor in employment for this position. Due to the nature of hospital services, it may become necessary to work extended hours.

POSITION SUMMARY

• A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is an individual licensed by the Texas board of Occupational Therapy Examiners. Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with an established physician plan of care and in compliance with applicable licensure/certification requirements, the Texas State Practice Act, and Hunt Memorial Hospital District policies and procedures.

POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports To:
• Occupational Therapist, Department Director
• Supervises:
• Rehabilitation

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education
• Must maintain continuing education requirements as defined by the Texas State Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• Minimum Work Experience
• No experience is required.
• Required Licenses/Certifications
• Graduate of an approved Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program with evidence of current licensure.
• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
• Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to meet minimum hiring standards.
• Preferred Qualification
• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to meet the physical demands which include standing, walking, bending, lifting, and transferring; may involve lifting or positioning of patients. Must be able to utilize good judgment, demonstrate patience, and maintain a professional demeanor. Must be able to sustain concentration in a busy and stressful environment. Must work varied hours and schedules. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range; May be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. May be exposed to violent or disturbed individuals.

QUALITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Uses critical thinking skills to determine evidence based solutions. Systematically gathers and reviews pertinent information to prevent errors (PDCA -- Plan, Do, Check, Act). Pursues individual or team learning and growth opportunities to continually build skills. Understands and abides by all safety regulations.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

• Generally and in all job specific duties: Maintains patient confidentiality. Rounds regularly with patients, direct reports and/or customers. Uses telephone and elevator etiquette. Acts as an employee ambassador. Committed to know hospital service lines and shows pride in our organization. Uses AIDET when dealing with internal or external customers.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

• Generally and in all job specific duties: Takes responsibility for solving problems. Treats company resources responsibly. Performs work functions timely and accurately. Respects our environment; keeps public areas neat and clean and returns supplies to the appropriate areas.

PEOPLE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Supports the team through good attendance. Maintains a professional appearance. Creates a positive team environment; flexible and supportive setting an example of cooperation. Uses meaningful communication; provides honest feedback that is valuable and not critical and discourages negative talk and gossip. Respect co-workers.

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the HMHD Compliance Plan.
• Conduct reflects HMHD's values and a commitment to HMHD's Code of Conduct.
• Attends the required corporate integrity and compliance training and education programs.
• Demonstrates proficiency in understanding the materials presented during the corporate integrity and compliance training and education program.
• Complies with all HIPAA standards.
• No unexcused absences/consistently works more than scheduled hours - 5; No unexcused absences and is willing to work more than schedule hours - 4; No unexcused absences and consistently works scheduled hours - 3; No more than 1 unexcused absence and no no call/no show - 2; More than 2 unexcused absences and/or more than two incidences of no call/no show - 1
• Works independently and demonstrates problem-solving skills.
• Maintains an office environment conducive to maximum staff work productivity.