POSITION SUMMARY

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) functions as a member of the patient care team by providing occupational therapy services under the direction of a licensed occupational therapist. The COTA is accountable for treatment and education of patients and the appropriate documentation of such care. Responsible for supervising the patient care activities of their aide and/or students. Involved in helping the department meet productivity standards and participate in educational activities, program development and research activities conducted by the department or hospital.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performed majority of the time:

· Provides evidenced based occupational therapy to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages based on plan of care established by supervising occupational therapist.

· Utilizes appropriate occupational therapy treatment and education skills in acute care.

· Accepts assignment of patient from therapist and demonstrates clinical competency through implementation of appropriate treatment and established plan of care.

· Documents patient treatment notes in a timely manner, using EMR.

· Documents in a comprehensive manner that is compliant with local, state, and federal laws and hospital policy.

· Bills in congruence with documented patient treatment.

· Ensures that Aide and/or Student fulfill their job responsibilities related to patient care.

· Achieves clinic’s established productivity standards for patient care

· Establishes clinical/professional relationships with primary care providers, patients, patients’ family members and other health care providers..

· Communicates with therapist regarding proposed changes to treatment plan and concerns regarding the patient.

· Collaborates effectively with case management regarding discharge plans and recommendations.

· Demonstrates confidentiality regarding patient and co-worker information according to PHI level of access.

· Prioritizes patient care appropriately, coordinating duties and department resources in an effective manner.

· Uses protective equipment, infection control, and disposal of hazardous waste to assure patient and personal safety.

Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job:

· Communicates concerns about patient’s medical status with provider as needed.

· Participates in continuing education seminars, department in-services, safety training and other educational opportunities within the hospital and community.

· Files patient safety reports as needed.

· Actively participates in performance reviews.

Decision making and budget responsibilities:

· Decision making impacts the employee and the wellbeing of the patient.

· Takes an active role in helping the department reach budgetary goals.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education:

Required

· N/A

Preferred

· N/A

Experience:

Required

· N/A

Preferred

· Minimum one (1) year of acute care experience.

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:

Required

· Current unencumbered Occupational Therapy Assistant License in the State of Oregon or ability to obtain prior to hire.

· American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS preferred upon hire and required within first 90 days.

Preferred

· N/A

Job Related Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

Required

· Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules regarding patient treatment and documentation.

· Practices in accordance with professional licensing, laws and professional practice act.

· Complies with guidelines of accrediting bodies (TJC, DNV)

· Demonstrates excellent customer service skills and participates in patient/customer satisfaction.

· Demonstrates effective positive interpersonal skills, communication skills and ability to work collaboratively as a team.

· Presents a personal appearance that makes a positive first impression.

· Utilizes appropriate occupational therapy treatment and education skills.

· Demonstrates proficiency in operation, maintenance and use of therapeutic and hospital equipment commonly found in acute care per department checklist.

· Prioritizes patient care appropriately, coordinating duties and clinic resources in an effective manner.

· Promotes accident prevention and reports potential hazards to maintain a safe environment.

· Demonstrates confidentiality regarding patient and co-worker information according to PHI level of access.

· Follows procedures for use of personal protective equipment, infection control and disposal of hazardous waste and sharps, to assure personal and patient safety.

· Recognizes own limitations and seeks guidance appropriately.

· Establishes clinical/professional relationships with Primary Care Providers, patients, patient’s family and other health care providers.

Preferred

· Bilingual skills.

Other:

Required

· Background check to be completed every three (3) years post hire on anniversary date per hospital requirements set for employees who enter into patient homes.

Additional Posting Information

Hillsboro Medical Center believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, working conditions, training, and compensation will be based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, creed, national origin, marital status, family relationship, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We further commit ourselves to continuing the practical application of this policy in our daily business conduct.