Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description

This is a large multidisciplinary team with approximately 40 clinicians in a fast-paced hospital environment. Clinicians treat a variety of diagnoses, with a common mix of orthopedics, neurological, behavioral health, and critical care caseloads. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will focus on treatment, including morning ADLs, 1:1 treatment, and facilitating group treatment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality occupational therapy services according to treatment plans for patients
• Document with web-based software and documentation system (EMR)
• Meet all clinical, departmental, and regulatory expectations, aiming for a productivity standard of 65% - 75% on a daily basis
• Provide accurate and timely documentation for current patient caseload
• Conduct patient and family education as well as collaborate with hospital staff (physicians and nursing teams)
• Participate in creating a positive work environment that promotes teamwork and communication

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• A degree from an ACOTE accredited school
• Current state licensure or eligibility in Occupational Therapy in Maryland
• At least one (1) year of hospital acute care experience
• Experience running Occupational Therapy groups is a plus
• Strong documentation skills in an EMR (preferably hospital-based system)
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Demonstrated skills in flexibility, time management, and communication
• A commitment to providing the utmost in customer service excellence

Schedule

Monday - Friday, Day Shift (6:30/7:00 am - 3:00/3:30 pm) with one weekend day per month.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
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• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!