Occupational Therapy Assistant, Per-Diem, Day Shift

Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905.

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.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work 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 year's occupational therapy experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Occupational Therapy Assistant: Required

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required

• Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA): Required

Essential Functions:

• 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.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.