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+ Area of Interest: Therapy

+ FTE/Hours per pay period: .01

+ Department: GenTherapy - Inpatient- Logan

+ Shift: 8

+ Job ID: 154978

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – Mental Health Unit

UnityPoint Health - Allen

Shift: PRN as needed

A C.O.T.A is responsible under the supervision of a Occupational Therapist for conducting the Occupational Therapy program in accordance with a physician order. To evaluate and conduct the program focused on promoting mental health and well-being in all clients. To restore, maintain and improve the function and quality of life for people at risk or affected by mental illness through the use of specific group and individual treatment approaches.

Why UnityPoint Health?

+ Commitment to our Team – For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.

+ Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.

+ Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.

+ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.

+ Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.

+ Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

+ Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

+ Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

+ Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

+ Collaborate and consult with multi-disciplinary health care team

+ Plans and conducts individual and/or group interventions

+ Contribute to the assessment and/or evaluation process as required

+ Employee is responsible for completion of communication tasks and activities in a timely manner. This would include, but is not limited to: responding to email, voice mail and maintains accurate and timely documentation of clinical records.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Associate degree in occupational therapy

+ Certification by NBCOT

+ Current license in the state of Iowa

Preferred Qualifications:

+ All MHU positions require MOAB and BLS upon hire

+ 1 year work experience in a related field

+ Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred