Job Summary: The occupational therapy assistant is responsible for the patients assigned to her/him. The occupational therapy assistant is responsible for following the plan of care established by the registered occupational therapist.

Service and Quality Standards:

Service:

Is Customer focused

Anticipates customer needs

Adheres to customer service standards

Is competent, caring and compassionate

Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect

Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior to customers and coworkers

People

Is conversation conscious

Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information

Is positive in interactions with others

Is courteous and respectful

Promotes a harassment free environment

Inspires the trust of others

Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest

Quality

Is excellent in patient care and service

Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation

Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback

Is safety conscious

Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives

Is involved with improvement efforts

Supports performance improvement

Seeks ways to improve systems and services

Shows commitment to improvement efforts

Meets mandatory educational requirements

Growth

Is a loyal ambassador

Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision

Is active and involved

Supports hospital initiatives

Champions innovation and supports change

Is a positive role model

Fosters team cooperation

Finance

Is a good steward of hospital resources

Develops/uses efficient work methods

Is cost effective

Conserves organizational resources

Job Responsibilities:

The occupational therapy assistant is responsible for providing the safe and effective delivery of patient care through assessment and implementation of patient and family needs within the parameters of the Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act in order to deliver care promoting optimal recovery and rehabilitation. The occupational therapy assistant promotes safe and effective care to all age groups.

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

Education Level: Graduate from an occupational therapy assistant curriculum approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association.

Certification/Licensure: Current licensed in the State of Illinois.

Experience Requirements: One year experience in the health care setting is required.

Other Requirements: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.

Working Conditions: Exposure Category 1: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them, are Category 1 tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category 1 tasks.