Occupational Therapy Assistant (Bluesky)-Bakersfield-CA-18218-AUTO OFFER - EPIC Exp Required

Job Summary

Provides prescribed occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of licensed occupational therapists, including geriatric, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric and neonatal rehabilitation as well as splint follow-ups and other medical conditions. Works under minimal supervision and may mentor and train staff on technical skills.

Education & Experience
• High School Education/GED or equivalent (Required)
• Associate's/Technical Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent combination of education/related experience (Required)
• Two years' rehabilitative services experience or equivalent education (Preferred)
• Two years' occupational therapy experience (Preferred)

Licenses & Certifications
• Occupational Therapy Assistant (Required)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy (Required)

Key Responsibilities
• Implements treatment plans and selects modalities to meet established goals.
• Transports, transfers, and assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, beds, tilt tables and stretchers while ensuring safety and minimizing undue patient discomfort.
• Assists patients with dressing and toileting needs.
• Assists with inpatient and outpatient schedules, as needed.
• Arranges patient schedules for scheduled visit arrivals and reports any delays.
• Assists in the maintenance, care and cleaning of equipment and supplies.