Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant, Per Diem

Job Description/Qualifications

Reports to: Rehabilitation Director and Occupational Therapist
General Purpose: Provides quality resident care to enable the resident to achieve and maintain the maximum level of functional ability while maintaining positive level of interaction with facility and resident.

• Complies with ethical, regulatory, procedural and professional standards and practice guidelines as defined by state of licensure.
• Aids the OT in providing occupational therapy treatments to residents as determined by the Plan of Care as directed by the OT.
• Manages caseload with supervisor by scheduling treatment individually or in groups while maintaining efficiency expectations.
• Instructs resident, family, and caregivers in OT procedures to be continued upon discharge.
• Adheres to PPS guidelines, ensures all OT documentation/treatment conforms to documentation/billing policies and procedures.
• Assists in the assurance that the physical surroundings and equipment are sanitary, orderly and free from conditions that may cause safety hazards.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy.
• Fosters feelings of self-worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding.
• Knows and complies with Residents’ Bill of Rights.
• Reports all grievances and resident complaints to administrator and/or Director of Nursing immediately.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/move fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Fine motor skills.
• Visual acuity.

Other Job Functions

• Maintains own professional competence as well as learning new creative trends in OT treatment through participation in continuing education, seminars and training programs.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.

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Job Title

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Qualifications

• Graduate of AOTA accredited OTA school and eligible for licensure in their state of practice.
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