Occupational Therapist Assistant Opportunity

In Beautiful York, PA

About the Position

Under the direct supervision of the Occupational Therapist, administers specified evaluations, conducts general activity programs and assists in implementing specific treatment programs.

The qualified candidate will be responsible for carrying out the following duties:

• Instructs patients in routine motor activities and activities of daily living to enhance occupational therapy.
• Evaluates and reviews pertinent data relating to overall treatment planning and evaluation. Administers standard evaluations and elicits information regarding existing skills and capacities.
• Identifies appropriate treatment goals and the type of remedial activity to be used.
• Maintains occupational therapy equipment and inventory of departmental supplies.
• Designs and fits adaptive devices such as splints and braces for patient use, based on patient disability and rehabilitation needs.

Qualifications

• COTA license
• Strong communication and written skills
• Computer skills
• Associate’s Degree

WellSpan Health

WellSpan Health is a not-for-profit, community based health care system serving more than 650,000 people in south central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland.  York Hospital, a 570+ bed community teaching hospital, and Gettysburg Hospital, a 76-bed acute-care facility, are the cornerstones of the health system.  The organization has received significant, national recognition, including being named a “Top 100 Integrated Health Network” by Verispan, being one of the “Top 25 Connected Healthcare Facilities” by Health Imaging and IT and York Hospital has been named a “Top 100 Hospital” by Solucient seven times.  WellSpan Health is an integrated health system with more than 60 care sites, 8,000 employees and seven residency programs.

The Community

WellSpan Health facilities are located in York and Adams counties, which offer an ideal living environment to match the quality of work-life balance you're seeking.  York boasts abundant outdoor and cultural activities, including restaurants, theatre, golf courses, hiking trails and water sports.  The community is only one hour from the Baltimore/DC metro area and about two hours from Philadelphia.   

If you value a strong sense of community, the more palatable pace of a smaller city, and the convenience of a workplace close to home, you'll realize the advantages of considering WellSpan Health as part of your future.

Provide inpatient and outpatient occupational therapy on weekdays, weekends, and/or holidays

Current COTA license and CPR required