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Occupational Therapy Assistant
Job ID: 66219
Location: Kinston, NC
Facility/Division: UNC Lenoir Health Care
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Weekend
Job Description
Description
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, provides patient treatment and therapy by following an established plan of care directed and supervised by an OTR/L. Responsible for mentoring Assistants, Technicians, and Students. Collaborates with other healthcare team members and physicians in a multi-disiplinary fashion to deliver the highest quality of care. Participates in CQI activities. Facilitates the provision of excellent customer service.
EDUCATION
- Associate Degree from an Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
EXPERIENCE
- None
LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION
- Current NC Board of Occupational Therapy license. Occupational Therapist Assistant license or eligible.
OTHER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Analytical abilities to delegate personnel, problem solve with positive solutions. Good interpersonal and communication skills required to facilitate interactions with stated customers and staff members.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, temperature changes and occasional noxious odors.
- Stressful work periods occasionally encountered.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Standing for most of the day lifting/assisting patients with transfers, bed mobility and ambulation as well as their exercise programs.
AGE SPECIFIC SERVED
- Newborn_X__ Infant_X__ Child__X_ Adolescent_X__ Adult_X__ Geriatric_X__
Diversity Statement
The UNC Health System and the UNC School of Medicine are committed to valuing all people throughout our organization, regardless of background, lifestyle, and culture. A diverse and inclusive work environment for staff and culturally appropriate care for our patients, are essential to fulfilling our UNC Health vision of improving the health of all North Carolinians.
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