Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), University Inpatient, Full-Time

Administers occupational therapy treatments to patients working under the direction of an Occupational Therapist.

Job Responsibilities :

• Assessment and Plan of Care / Treatment
• Evaluates patient's occupational performance at discharge according to department policy and procedures.
• Collaborates with the supervising Occupational Therapist on a treatment program based on patient / family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferences.  Consults with physicians, other rehabilitation team members, patient and family to design a coordinated treatment plan.
• Performs patient treatment through the use of appropriate occupational therapy interventions.
• Re-evaluates patient's physical, cognitive and psychosocial status, in addition to environmental factors, to modify / terminate the treatment program as appropriate.
• Maintains active and supportive communication with patients and others concerned regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
• Prepares patient for discharge, through instruction of patient and family (caregivers) and written home programs as necessary.
• Manages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoning.
• Attends staff meetings, program meetings, and in-services.
• Maintains accurate daily billing charges and productivity log.
• Documents evaluations, progress notes, case conference updates, appropriate scores, letters of medical necessity, discharge recommendations, family / patient education, and all other forms in accordance with department policy and procedures.
• Maintains accurate, comprehensive, and professional written documentation.
• Perform other duties as may be required from management.

Job Qualifications :

Shift : Full-Time

Location :  3599 University Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL 32216

Thriving in a culture that you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as the following :