Occupational Therapy Assistant

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Agency: Southwest General

Schedule: M-F, 8:30-5. No on call requirements.

SUMMARY 

The Occupational Therapist Assistant I (OTA) provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician. The OTA I educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The OTA I is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The Company adopts the occupational therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state of employment. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Provides skilled occupational therapy services in a patient’s home according to the Occupational Therapist plan of care 

• Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress 

• Assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the occupational therapist works toward goals to improve patient functional status 

• Performs occupational therapy procedures and diagnostic test on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed 

• Guides the patient in his/her use of therapeutic, creative and self-care activities for the purpose of improving functioning 

• Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers 

• Participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care 

• Educates staff in carrying out specific occupational therapy modalities when appropriate 

• Educates patient and family on the appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities and safety measures 

• Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices 

• Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions 

• Fosters independence in patients and their families to prevent dependence on the agency 

• Listens to patient and family members 

• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.  

• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education 

• Maintains active OTA license in Ohio 

• Communicates with scheduler any changes as needed 

• Completes chart audits at agency site as requested 

• Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences 

• Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings 

• Participates in orientation/training of new employees 

• Maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company 

• Understands and practices agency policies and procedures 

• Drives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit. 

• Daily attendance at assigned visit locations. 

• Documents all aspects of subsequent visits within 24 hours of visits.  

• Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements. 

• Follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a Licensed Occupational Therapist Assistant, per the state of employment. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Minimum of one year of experience as an OTA in an acute setting is required. 

• Home care experience is desired. 

• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers. 

• Knowledgeable on therapy best practices. 

• Ability to make appropriate occupational therapy judgments. 

• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution. 

• Detail-oriented and observant. 

• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely. 

• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver. 

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS 

• Occupational Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. 

Knowledge 

Reading, Speaking, Writing English - Constantly 66%-100% 

Communications Skills - Constantly 66%-100% 

Computers / PDA - Constantly 66%-100% 

Physical 

Walking - Constantly 66%-100% 

Bending - Constantly 66%-100% 

Standing - Constantly 66%-100% 

Sitting - Constantly 66%-100% 

Driving - Frequently 34%-66% 

Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance - Frequently 34%-66% 

Stretching/Reaching - Constantly 66%-100% 

Climbing - Frequently 34%-66% 

Hand/finger dexterity - Frequently 34%-66% 

Stooping (bend at waist) - Frequently 34%-66% 

Sensory Activities 

Distinguish smell/temperature - Constantly 66%-100% 

Hearing/Seeing - Constantly 66%-100% 

Talking in person - Constantly 66%-100% 

Talking on the telephone - Constantly 66%-100% 

Hearing in person - Constantly 66%-100% 

Hearing on the telephone - Constantly 66%-100% 

Vision for close work - Constantly 66%-100% 

Other Sensory Activities 

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TRANSITIONAL WORK IS AVAILABLE (ALTHOUGH SOME JOBS MAY REQUIRE SPECIFIC TRAINING) SUCH AS: ANSWERING PHONES, FILING, COMPUTER WORK/DATA ENTRY, ATTENDING TRAINING/CONTINUING EDUCATION, REVIEWING SAFETY MANUALS & OTHER EDUCATIONAL MEDIA, AND ASSISTING OR PERFORMING OTHER TASKS WITHIN RESTRICTIONS ASSIGNED. 

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This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.