Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA The Wellness Center (Part-TimeTemporary)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates initiative and completes assignments while observing established departmental policies procedures and clinical privileges
• Provides quality patient care by following accepted protocols under the direction and supervision of the occupational therapist
• Informs the attending occupational therapist about the patients response to treatment
• Identifies special patient problems and immediately reports them to the occupational therapist
• Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action. Records appropriate daily notes of treatment
• Strives for continuous improvement of clinical skills through a review of literature in-service training and continuing education
• Displays a cooperative compassionate and considerate attitude with patients families and staff - (Essential)
• He/she performs other duties as assigned
• Occasionally will need to request supplies equipment and materials as needed to carry out appropriate services & assists with the orientation of new OT personnel

Qualifications:According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• Graduate of a curriculum of Occupational Therapy approved by the AOTA or a graduate of a foreign school of Occupational Therapy recognized by a member organization of the World Confederation for Occupational Therapy
• Meets legal requirements of the State of Indiana for professional licensure

Experience

• Demonstrates experience ability and education to provide Occupational Therapy

Required Skills

• The physical demands of the position includes lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. occasionally 35 lbs. frequently and 16 lbs. constantly from varied heights (floor to overhead); occasional to frequent pushing pulling bending squatting reaching (overhead and forward)
• Kneeling climbing balancing standing walking and sitting; manual and finger dexterity for grasping handling and manipulating; good vision hearing and sensation
• Use of both hands and arms are required to perform with dexterity various tasks

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU in covenant with Gods reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living teaching and learning which exhibits honor respect and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences our community authentically values each members earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christs commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C. Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.