Job Summary:

Fundamentals of Practice: Maintains ethical practice in accordance with AOTA standards Adheres to HIPAA regulations and maintains patient confidentiality Under supervision of OT, utilizes Evidence Based Practice to inform clinical decisions Adheres to and applies concepts from the OT Practice Frameworks Demonstrates knowledge of OT Theory Follows all hospital policies and procedures Screening & Standard Evaluation: Aware of incoming consultations/assessments; responds to requests within 24 hours. Demonstrates service competency in the administration of standard assessments. Under supervision of OT, makes appropriate recommendations and communicates to treatment team. Accurately documents the evaluation according to Butler Hospital policy

Specifications:

Education: Associates degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program Training 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.

Schedule: Casual

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, and our Wellness Center are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

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 status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

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.