Occupational Therapy Assistant

Description

* PER DIEM * PRN * Weekend Availability Required, Some Weekday availability a plus!! *

Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA/OTA Position Summary:

Middletown Park Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a 230-bed *TOP RATED* skilled nursing facility dedicated to being a premier provider in short-term rehabilitation, subacute, & long-term healthcare services and trusted by families to care for their loved ones for 30+ years. Our mission is to provide high quality care to all with respect and compassion through a team approach that focuses on personalized goals.

• Occupational Therapy Assistant, OTA is responsible to organize, and conduct Occupational Therapy programs planned and overseen by the Occupational Therapist to facilitate rehabilitation of those residents who have experienced a decrease in functions.
• Occupational Therapy Assistant, OTA will assist in planning, organizing, developing and implementing Occupational Therapy services under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, to ensure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times.
• Performs treatment programs for assigned residents
• Enter billing information in an accurate and timely manner
• Report resident progress in meetings, i.e. UR Meeting, Patient/Family Conference as deemed required or appropriate
• Consult with other members of the rehabilitation team to coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities
• Provide residents with equipment as appropriate
• Chart notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the therapy provided to the residents, as well as the resident’s response to the therapy
• Perform routine documentation as required and in accordance with our established charting and documentation policies and procedures. Sign and date all entries made in residents’ medical record.
• Cooperate with all departments and staff facilitating harmonious working conditions to promote optimal resident care

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant, OTA
• Licensed in NY State as a Occupational Therapy Assistant, OTA; license in good standing
• Previous skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience highly proffered
• Work well under pressure & willing to work harmoniously with all staff
• Sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and handicapped
• Excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to communicate well verbally with residents, families and staff
• Treat residents and fellow staff with respect, dignity, and compassion
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 845.343.0801 and asking to speak to the HR Department or email us at [email protected]

*Disclaimer: This is a general job summary for advertisement purposes only. A full comprehensive job description can be provided upon request or during the hiring process.