At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. PRN - as needed **Summary** Provides patient treatment under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the patient electronic health record. Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education. **Essential Job Functions** + Assists in planning and implementing educational, vocational and recreational programs established by the Occupational Therapist. + Instructs, motivates and assists patients and their families in appropriate continued occupational therapy programs as well as care of and use of adaptive equipment. + Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to the Occupational Therapist. + Collaborates with Occupational Therapist and other health team members to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying and coordinating treatment programs. + Assists is assessment of client’s daily living skills and capabilities to determine extent of abilities and limitations. + Designs and adapts equipment in working / living environment. + Precepts in the direction and evaluation of clinical experience / internships of students from participating colleges and universities. + Stays abreast of current developments and new technology in occupational therapy. + Provides formal orientation to new Occupational Therapy Assistants, aides and volunteers. + Maintains safety of the work environment including equipment and notifies appropriate personnel if necessary. + Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values. Adheres to standards and policies, laws and regulations. Demonstrates the ABC’s of Mercy Health Culture. Holds self and others accountable. **Patient Population** + Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. + Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. + Neonates (0-4 weeks) + Adolescents (13-17 years) + Infant (1-12 months) + Adults (18-64 years). + Pediatrics (1-12 years) + Geriatrics (65 years and older) **Employment Qualifications** **Required Minimum Education:** 2 Year/ Associates Degree Specialty/Major: Occupational Therapy Assistant Program **Licensure/Certification** **Required:** Licensed in State of Ohio PT/OT/AT Board **Licensure/Certification** **Preferred:** CPR Certification **Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** **Required:** Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families. Analytical abilities to evaluate patient conditions, capabilities and progress. Complies with all applicable laws and regulations and practices. Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com