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Occupational Therapist Assistant

Corewell Health·Watervliet, Michigan

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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Occupational Therapist Assistant

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 8 similar openings in the Watervliet area
  • 14 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

About the role

The Occupational Therapist Assistant works within an interdisciplinary team to conduct psychosocial assessments and develop care plans for patients with complex needs. They are responsible for coordinating alternate sites of care, facilitating transitions, and documenting patient progress in the electronic medical record.

Job Summary To work collaboratively with members of an interdisciplinary team in order to assist patients and families with complex psychosocial needs.

These interventions may include, but are not exclusive to: alternate site coordination, discharge planning, addressing all forms of identified abuse/neglect, adoption, substance use disorders, assisting with end of life decisions, providing appropriate referral resources, bereavement support, adjustment counseling, facilitating guardianships and behavioral health concerns (including psychiatric transfers).

Essential Functions Conducts psychosocial assessments with patient and or family to assist with identified psychosocial needs or who may be identified to require an alternate site of care post discharge and executes a plan.

Communicates with alternate sites of care and/or community agencies in an effective and timely manner, to best address the patient’s needs.

Completes and documents the assessment and plan in the electronic medical record, accurately reflecting the patient’s current condition, situational factors, transition of care needs and psychosocial imperatives.

Provides consultation and resources to members of the healthcare team.

Responsible for maintaining relevant and current knowledge of community resources.

Participates or assists in department, regional, or statewide stakeholder committees, projects etc., as assigned/requested.

Develops and maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulations as they pertain to role.

Qualifications

Required Associate's Degree accredited therapy assistant program Therapy assistance experience Preferred Experience in neurological injury, TBI, and Spinal Cord injury (based on Spectrum Health entity) Preferred LIC-Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) - STATE_MI #N/A Upon Hire CRT-Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified (COTA) - NB-COT National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy Upon Hire required LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Home Care Business Lines

Upon Hire required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

  • How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
  • Learn more here.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Watervliet Hospital - 400 Medical Park Dr - Watervliet Department Name Employment Type Full time Shift Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work Days Worked Weekend Frequency CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account.
  • This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.
  • Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community.
  • We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.
  • We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
  • Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
  • An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization.
  • As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other.
  • From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.
  • We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
  • You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate's Degree from an accredited therapy assistant program and possess relevant certification as a COTA. Additional requirements include a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

  • associate degree
  • professional certificate
  • Documentation
  • Care coordination
  • Discharge planning
  • Crisis intervention
  • Patient advocacy
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Behavioral health
  • Psychosocial assessments
  • Electronic medical record
  • Occupational therapy support
  • Community resource management

Benefits

  • Retirement options
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Identity theft protection
  • On-demand pay program
  • Discounts directory
  • Home and auto insurance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Watervliet, Michigan
Posted
Aug 5, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Corewell Health

Improve health. Instill humanity. Inspire hope. By relentlessly pursuing better, Corewell Health is turning pioneering research, clinical trials and breakthrough treatments into better patient care and better outcomes. Together, we're shaping the future of medicine and advancing...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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