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Occupational Therapy AssistantFundamentals of Practice:Maintains ethical practice in accordance with AOTA standardsAdheres to HIPAA regulations and maintains patient confidentialityUnder supervision of OT, utilizes Evidence Based Practice to inform clinical decisionsAdheres to and applies concepts from the OT Practice FrameworksDemonstrates knowledge of OT TheoryFollows all hospital policies and proceduresScreening & Standard Evaluation:Aware of incoming consultations/assessments; responds to requests within 24 hoursDemonstrates service competency in the administration of standard assessmentsUnder supervision of OT, makes appropriate recommendations and communicates to treatment teamAccurately documents the evaluation according to Butler Hospital policyDuties & Responsibilities:Maintains ethical practice in accordance with AOTA standardsAdheres to HIPAA regulations and maintains patient confidentialityUnder supervision of OT, utilizes Evidence Based Practice to inform clinical decisionsAdheres to and applies concepts from the OT Practice FrameworksDemonstrates knowledge of OT TheoryFollows all hospital policies and proceduresAware of incoming consultations/assessments; responds to requests within 24 hoursDemonstrates service competency in the administration of standard assessmentsUnder supervision of OT, makes appropriate recommendations and communicates to treatment teamAccurately documents the evaluation according to Butler Hospital policyObtains patient's occupational profile of baseline roles, routines, and interestsIdentifies and implements appropriate interventions to address treatment goalsDemonstrates diversity and flexibility in group and individual interventionsEffectively grades/modifies interventions in response to patient needsUtilizes positive and supportive techniques when working with challenging patientsMonitors programming on an ongoing basis and collaborates with OT and unit leadership to implement necessary changesAssists in maintenance of supply closets and unit activity spacesAccurately documents interventions according to Butler Hospital policyComplies with AOTA regulations regarding supervision of internsProvides consistent and appropriate feedback to students and volunteersMaintains collaborative relationship with OT supervisorAttends department meetings and contributes to the growth of the departmentSeeks out opportunities for relevant continuing educationAttends all annual in-service education as requiredMaintains National Board Certification and Rhode Island State LicensureConsistently provides advanced notification of tardiness/absencesMaintains professional relationships with all patients and staffDemonstrates ability to implement effective conflict resolution strategiesServes as a model for strengths-based and patient-centered interactions at all timesRequirements:Education: Associates degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant programTraining and Experience: Experience in Behavioral Health or with a specific age population (geriatrics, pediatrics)Special Qualifications: Maintains current state license; excellent communication skills; ability to work with others in a collaborative manner; creative and flexible.About Us:Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation's top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.EEO Statements:Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statusEthics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
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providence, RI, 02912, US
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