Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN

Iberia Medical Center (IMC) in New Iberia, LA is looking for team members who will help advance our vision to be the premier hospital of choice for patients, physicians and employees. We've been caring for our community for over 60 years and offer many diverse career paths. Our new employees experience opportunities to learn and grow while caring for their families, friends and neighbors.

IMC is currently hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, who under the general supervision of the Administrator of Rehab Services, and a Licensed Occupational Therapist,  the  Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will implement appropriate treatment plans, be responsible for organizing and conducting medically prescribed occupational therapy in the inpatient setting, outpatient rehab, nursing home and home health department to restore function and prevent disability, injury or loss of a body part; helps the patient reach his/her maximum performance and assume a place in society while learning to live within the limits of his/her capabilities.  The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will consult with Licensed Occupational Therapist and other physicians to promote continuity of care through appropriate support personnel.

EDUCATION

• A minimum of an Associates degree in Occupational Therapy.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in inpatient and outpatient settings.

PRINCIPLE TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Treat patients
• Monitor and assess patients
• Supervise delivery of treatment to patients
• Reassess patients
• Assist director of rehab with development of policies and procedures
• Assist with scheduling of patients
• Documentation of patient care

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

• Great medical benefit plan
• Participation in robust state pension plan
• Dental, vision, life insurance, disability and more