Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job SummaryProvides direct occupational therapy services to patients including treatment, training and equipment recommendations under the direct supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Occupational Therapy Assistants provide ADL evaluation under the direct supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Independently serves as a clinical resource to other staff in areas of expertise. Independently provides staff education, project development, and staff development at supervisor''s request. Provides leadership and role modeling for other COTA staff to meet service area needs.Minimum QualificationsEducation/Experienceí¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹Associates Degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.Experienceí¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹One year clinical experience in an acute care setting preferred.License/Certification/Registrationí¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹MD licensure or eligibility for Certified Occupational Therapy AssistantBLS must be obtained within 90 days of start date Knowledge, Skills & Abilitiesí¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹í¢â‚¬"¹Professional competency as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.Demonstrated independent use of varied treatment approaches.Demonstrated independence of varied evaluation under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapistPrimary Duties and ResponsibilitiesCLINICAL CARE: Provides effective and efficient evidence-based care. a. Provides patient care duties, under the supervision of a licensed therapist, as it relates to occupational therapy following accreditation guidelines, professional code of ethics, and standards of practice to include ADL evaluation/ re-evaluation, treatment planning, DME recommendations and discharge planning. b. Provides education to and training to patients and their families/caregivers. c. Accesses appropriate additional information for individualized patient care. d. Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning during patient care to maximize effective and safe outcomes.DOCUMENTATION: Completes accurate and timely documentation. a. Maintains accurate and timely documentation to include clinical interventions provided, discharge and equipment recommendations, charges, and prescriptions. Documentation reflects need for acute rehab level of care to include patient/ family education, training, treatment intensity and duration. b. Follows Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital documentation policy.PRODUCTIVITY AND TIME MANAGEMENT: Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. a. Meets established productivity and throughput targets. b. Maintains accurate schedules for all patients and professional activities. c. Is timely, punctual, and is prepared for MUNICATION: Utilizes professional communication in decision making and problem solving. a. Consistently communicates & conducts self in a professional manner. b. Uses written, verbal, and non-verbal communication, appropriate to the specific audience. c. Collaborates interventions with other team members towards an interdisciplinary approach. d. Actively participates in general staff and team meetings. e. Communicates opportunities for process improvement that impacts patient care & operations.DEVELOPMENT: Participates in developmental activities for continued professional growth. a. Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self. b. Serves as a resource and preceptor for new employee and student orientation for the Occupational Therapy Service and team-based activities. c. Participates in development and implementation of goals and objectives for the program area as delegated by Director or Clinical Coordinator. d. Participates in in-services and continuing education programs. e. Disseminates continuing education information to staff and students. f. Participates in ongoing clinical and administrative system development, data collection, and process improvement to assure optimal functioning of service area. g. Assists in developing, revising, or reviewing treatment guidelines in specialty area as delegated by the Clinical Coordinator or Director. i. Serves as Clinical Instructor for COTA students and volunteers. Physical Requirements Equipment Used: WorkingAbout MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation and research. Our 30,000 associates and 5,400 affiliated physicians work in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest visiting nurse association in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education and professional development of our whole team. MedStar Health offers diverse opportunities for career advancement and personal fulfillment.

Created: 2025-11-01