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Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Rehabilitation TherapiesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeKennewick, WA, USA$28.43 - $38.38 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Current state licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
  • Current Basic Life Support certification or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.

Responsibilities

  • Under the guidance of a supervising occupational therapist, acquire pertinent information and implement a comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; review and modify treatment in response to changing patient needs; and identify equipment and discharge needs.
  • Be aware of patient injuries and diagnoses and take necessary precautions to observe contraindications and indications.
  • Provide treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and complete supporting documentation according to hospital policy and the State Practice Act.
  • Observe treatment effects and achievement of short- and long-term goals, and recommend changes to the supervising occupational therapist when needed.
  • Communicate and collaborate with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising occupational therapist.
  • Conduct class or group situations for stroke, spinal cord injury, and brain injury as appropriate.
  • When necessary, instruct caregivers and family members in home exercise programs related to patients’ functional and self-care status, and discuss necessary equipment for the home setting.
  • Comply with department, hospital, and regulatory agency guidelines concerning ethics, legal issues, and supervisory relationships; demonstrate professional accountability under the American Occupational Therapy Association Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
  • Demonstrate appropriate and effective written, verbal, and nonverbal communication with team members across the continuum of care.
  • Complete timely and accurate documentation, including quality improvement scoring, in the patient medical record as indicated.
  • Provide services to adult and geriatric patients requiring adult medical rehabilitation.
  • Assess patient pain that interferes with optimal function or participation in rehabilitation; after consulting with the supervising occupational therapist, make appropriate interventions to reduce pain and contact a physician when indicated.
  • Protect patient confidentiality regarding medical, emotional, and social status.
  • Keep the supervising therapist informed of patient status, problem areas, and progress.
  • Identify problems and notify the supervising therapist so safe, effective, and timely solutions can be implemented.
  • Demonstrate appropriate safety measures when implementing treatment programs.
  • Provide input and suggestions regarding the department’s physical functioning, including equipment management, space utilization, and storage.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience caring for patients.

About the Company

Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Lifepoint Health operates a large network of hospitals and care sites, including community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities, and outpatient centers, to provide care across the health continuum. It delivers care through its Lifepoint Forward initiative, pursuing practical solutions to improve quality, expand access, and increase value for patients and communities. Its differentiation comes from its scale, integrated care across hospitals and post-acute services, and a strong emphasis on community health outcomes rather than isolated services. The company’s goal is to improve health outcomes, broaden access to care, and deliver better value for the communities it serves.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Nashville, TN
Founded
1999

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