Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN
Company: Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.
Location: Marietta
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions
and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion,
pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission
is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of
every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining
example of what's possible when the brightest professionals
dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare
industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of
America) Job Summary: The occupational therapy assistant works
under the direction of the occupational therapist. The assistant
collaborates in planning and implementing rehabilitative programs
that help to restore or improve function in activities of daily
living, functional mobility, cognitive tasks, strength,
coordination and range of motion in patients suffering from disease
or injury. Services are provided across the full continuum and
rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented
manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also
required in this role. Core Responsibilities and Essential
Functions: Provision of Care * Implements the occupational therapy
treatment plan under the direction of the occupational therapist. *
Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient
towards goals. * Revises goals/plan of care in collaboration with
the occupational therapist and patient/family * Provides ongoing
patient/family education and training * Provides discharge
instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as
appropriate * Acts as a referral source for staff, families,
physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation
services. Documentation * Documents each treatment session
according to departmental protocols * Completes and submits family
education, discharge and other required documentation within
facility and program guidelines General requirements * Adheres to
ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that
conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity
and honesty. * Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to
work together. * Maintains confidentiality of all patient
information. * Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with
system policy and procedure. * Adheres to departmental dress code
policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately. *
Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing
with all team members. Attends and participates in staff meetings,
required inservices, process improvement activities, and other
meetings as requested. * Organizes workload to complete
responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner. * Utilizes
materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner. *
Observes infection prevention precautions Customer Service *
Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology,
innovation and customer service. Strives to make a difference in
the lives of our employees and patients. * Encourages a positive
environment and experience for co-workers and patients, *
Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with
patients. * Encourages a positive environment and experience for
co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members
with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support and
collaboration. * Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery
principles and implements appropriately Professional Development *
Participates in professional development and mandatory education
activities. * Completes core and annual competencies according to
established departmental timelines. * Completes all educational
requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure. *
Participates in orientation and training of new employees *
Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory
requirements Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all
Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of
conduct. Required Minimum Education: Associates Occupational
Therapy High School Diploma General Required Minimum License(s) and
Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless
otherwise stated. Cert Occupational Therapy Asst Basic Life Support
or BLS - Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience: Required Minimum Skills: Effective
communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and
basic computer skills. Join us and discover the support to do more
meaningful workâand enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the
most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that
gives you more.
Keywords: Wellstar Health Systems, Inc., Marietta , Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN, Healthcare , Marietta, Georgia