Occupation Therapy Assistant PRNTampa, FL

Occupational Therapy Assistant

We have more than 50 years of experience using innovative medicine to elevate health care in the Tampa region. We continue to make history every day through our clinical research program, which applies the latest advancements in medical technology to treatments that can be used today.

Our diverse clinical specialties include cancer, cardiovascular care, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's health and surgery led by some of the nation's leading surgeons skilled in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures. We're also home to the AdventHealth Pepin Heart Institute, nationally recognized for advances in cardiovascular disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment and research.

With the clinical expertise, innovation, and compassion of our team members, we're changing the way people look at health care.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission : Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements patient care for assigned patients under the direction of an Occupational Therapist in accordance with the Florida Occupational Therapy Association standards and pursuant to Florida Department of Professional Regulation, Chapter 468.203 (6) : Occupational therapy assistant means a person licensed to assist in the practice of occupational therapy, who works under the supervision of an occupational therapist, and whose license is in good standing.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant will practice within the Scope of Standards of Occupational Therapy practice.

Assessment : Collection of comprehensive data pertinent to the patients health or situation. Accurately assesses and records patient progress towards attainment of expected outcomes.

Diagnosis : Assists the Occupational Therapist in the review of assessment data to identify diagnoses or issues.

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :

Graduate of an accredited School for Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Current Florida Occupational Therapy Assistant License.

Current BLS from American Heart Association.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category : Rehabilitation Services

Organization : AdventHealth Tampa

Schedule : Per Diem

Shift : 1 - Day

Req ID : 25032278

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability / handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.