Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
010 - UHS Wilson Medical Center
Johnson City, NY
5x8 hrs

Work Environment

• ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
  Work is performed in a department which consists of several clinical rooms and offices, and sometimes requires working in close quarters with other employees. These rooms are all air conditioned as well as heated. Work may also be performed in patient rooms throughout the hospitals or at an offsite location, as determined by contracted services.
  
  PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
  As needed, gloves, mask, gown, other personal protective equipment, as per blood and body fluid and isolation precautions. Off-site locations may require safety goggles, ear plugs, hard hat, steel-toed shoes, or other personal protective equipment required by the off-site location. Age of Patients Served.

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups

HIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient Information

• All – Access to patient information, including restricted information – Level 4.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of theory and practice necessary in providing treatment. Follows specific treatment procedures as directed by the supervising occupational therapist, including preparing the patient for treatment, informing and educating the patient in treatment indications and contraindications, performing treatment procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation equipment. May administer standardized, structured tests under the supervision of an occupational therapist.

• Maintains accurate records of each patient's treatment, progress, and/or regression according to the Service Delivery Standard using paper or electronic systems, as necessary. Maintains all necessary records required to meet the criteria established by reimbursement and regulatory agencies. Maintains confidentiality of patient and hospital information.

• Prepares the patient for treatment protocols and performs the necessary treatment as designed. Monitors the patient’s response to treatment and records same in the medical record. Reports immediately to the occupational therapist and/or physician any untoward events taking place with the patient.

• Collaborates with other professional staff such as occupational therapists, and co-treats, as required, assists the occupational and physical therapist in assessments of patients.

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationship with patients, their families, and other staff personnel. Participates in patient care conferences with other professionals involved in the management of cases. Provides patient/family education, as needed.

• In collaboration with the Occupational Therapist, participates in planning decisions for patient's post-discharge placement. Makes appropriate referrals and follows up to ensure proper placement and programming of patient. Interfaces with vendor to provide needed durable medical equipment.

• Provides direction to departmental support staff, departmental clerical staff as duties relate to treatment, occupational therapy students, volunteers.

• Maintains necessary CEU’s for licensure and/or specialty specific certifications and professional organizations.

• Has knowledge of and participates in departmental and organizational initiatives for performance improvement (PI).

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program, receiving applicable degree or certificate in occupational therapy course of study, with associate degree or equivalent/Qualifies by virtue of a Certified Military Educational Program.

• Possession of a current license or eligibility to be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of New York.

• CPR certification within first 3 months of employment.

Preferred:

• Clinical experience in a hospital-based setting, including basic knowledge of developments in the field.

• Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.

Join our inpatient rehabilitation team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and help patients rebuild confidence and independence in their daily lives. In this role, you’ll partner closely with Occupational Therapists to deliver evidence‑based interventions, support individualized care plans, and empower patients through meaningful, functional progress. Our culture is built on the belief that Every Connection Matters—from the trust you build with patients to the collaboration you share with colleagues. Here, your compassion, creativity, and clinical skills make a real impact every day. If you’re inspired by purposeful work and the power of human connection, we’d be proud to have you on our team.