CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (77982)

Job Details

Description

The Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) implements therapeutic programs under supervision of an Occupational Therapist which includes patient teaching and therapeutic activities to improve or restore physical functions, sensory-integrative functions, and greater independence in activities of daily living.

JOB DUTIES / KNOWLEDGE :

• Coordinates and collaborates with the Occupational Therapist and the Rehab Director to ensure integration of the therapeutic program in the plan of care.
• Guides and teaches the patient in his / her use of therapeutic, compensatory, creative, and self-care activities for the purpose of improving function and increasing independence in activities of daily living.
• Observes, records, and reports the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient’s condition or treatment. Documents the extent of the patient’s involvement in the decision affecting his / her care.
• Participates in patient case conferences to coordinate the patient’s plan of care and promote positive therapeutic outcome.
• Reports patient complaints of pain or sickness, and unusual reaction to treatment to the Occupational Therapist and RN.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sight and hearing sufficient to comprehend written and verbal communication, ability to work a minimum of eight (8) hours per day while driving, standing, sitting, assisting patients movement, writing, and speaking.

Qualifications

JOB PERFORMANCE :

Demonstrates initiative and skills in planning and organizing work

MISSION / AGENCY STANDARDS :

Demonstrates organizational awareness and commitment

Observes confidentiality policy at all times

Observes attendance and attire polices

Complies with all other related policies, procedures and requests

Conserves agency resources

COMMUNICATION SKILLS :

Demonstrates interpersonal understanding and utilizes effective communication skills

Exhibits behaviors of cooperation

PERSONAL / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT :

Continuing education and personal / professional development responsibilities

Exhibits adaptability, flexibility, self-control and maturity in work and behavior

SERVICE EXCELLENCE :

Service Excellence 50% of yearly evaluation

PROBLEM SOLVING :

Exhibit critical thinking abilities and applies them for continuous improvement of services and the agency

QUALIFICATIONS :

DEGRESS OF TRAVEL :

Must have a car with current insurance coverage and a State driver’s license.

DEGRESS OF DISRUPTION TO ROUTINE, OVERTIME :

Must be able to adapt to client status and needs as directed. Schedule changes daily due to client condition and needs, new clients, etc.

SAFETY HAZARDS IN JOB :

Possible infections from clients, auto accident, unsafe neighborhoods.

Regency Integrated Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Regency does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory criteria.