Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines.
• Absorb and refer appropriate patients to rehab as directed by the OTR.
• Document patient's daily participation and progress on progress notes in an accurate and timely manner, and obtain the co-signature of the OTR.
• Ensure medical orders are obtained for treatments, re-certifications, and discharges.
• Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
• Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.
• Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.
• Complete billing logs and bill patients ethically and accurately for occupational therapy services rendered.
• Cover other therapists' patient caseload during absence as necessary.
• Supervise junior COTA staff members or students as needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with co-workers, facility staff, patients, and patient families.
• Provide in-service education regarding patient care or occupational therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals, and/or community as needed.
• Comply with all facility policies and procedures.
• Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours, and project a professional image at all times.
• Adhere to productivity requirements, complete productivity reports, and submit in a timely manner.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and managers.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the department supervisor, lead therapist, or regional manager.
• Comply with all Facility HR policies re: lunch, sick, and time off notification.
• Adhere to any and all other Facility written and oral policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Occupational Therapy that is recognized by the AOTA.
• Holds current license and/or registration in the state (as applicable).
• SNF experience preferred.