What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Assistant - Part Time position at Ohio County Hospital?
Overview
Position Type Part Time
Job Shift Days, including Holidays & Weekends
Description
POSITION TITLE: 167 - Occupational Therapy Assistant
LOCATION: Hospital Setting and/or Clinical
REPORTS TO: Director of Rehab Services
REVISION DATE: 5/1/2026
QUALIFICATIONS:
- EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
- REQUIRED: Associates degree in OTA required
- PREFERRED:
- EXPERIENCE: N/A
- REQUIRED:
- PREFERRED:
- OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSURE: BLS certification or obtains within six months of hire.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and shall not be construed as all-inclusive of all work requirements inherent in this position. Other specific job-related knowledge and skills may be required. All employees subject to an annual performance evaluation based on the duties and responsibilities of this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Usual working space is a well-ventilated area. Requires standing, walking, turning, bending, stooping, and lifting. Clear speech to communicate effectively with customers (e.g. patients, families, and other team members). Fine and gross motor skills. Environment may be stressful at times, therefore ability to work under stressful conditions is necessary. Lifting up to 50 lbs may be required, anything over 50 lbs should be a team lift or with the use of a lifting aid. Also subject to bloodborne pathogens at all times in patient care. May have occasional exposure to radiation during radiology procedures and to dangerous chemicals (cleaning and disinfecting agents).
COMPLIANCE AND REGULATORY EXPECTATIONS: All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the highest standard of integrity, ethical behavior, and regulatory compliance. As a condition of employment, employees must adhere to:
· OCH Code of Conduct
· OCH Policies and Procedures
· Scope of Practice within License/Certification.
· HIPAA and HIPAA Security Confidentiality Standards
· Workplace Safety
· Mandatory Training
· Annual Compliance Education
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
- EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
- REQUIRED: Associates degree in OTA required
- PREFERRED:
- EXPERIENCE: N/A
- REQUIRED:
- PREFERRED:
- OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSURE: BLS certification or obtains within six months of hire.