Occupational Therapist Assistant- Skilled Nursing

Occupational Therapist Assistant Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation, and monitoring of patient progress.
• Recognize when standard patient protocols or treatment plans need modification to meet individual patient needs & reports to the therapist.
• Understand the role of therapy in the context of the patient's age, total needs perspective and environment.
• Perform age-appropriate advanced competency skills in practice and with respect to individual patient's problems.
• Achieve and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation, and monitoring of patient progress.
• Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers regarding age, level of understanding & emotional status.
• Consistently report to therapist patient progress/status to allow for update of goals and modification of treatment program.
• Utilize appropriate methods and materials for effective learning, monitoring response to education, and adapting program appropriately.

Occupational Therapist Assistant Job Requirements

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Valid New York State OTA license
• Good organization skills
• Good communication skills
• Good written skills
• New grads encouraged to apply!

Benefits At Theradynamics Include:

• 5 Weeks Paid Time Off
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Tax Deferred Programs under AFLAC
• Unlimited continuing education credits through our interactive online library of courses
• 401K Plan with company match
• Parental Leave
• FLEXIBLE SCHEDULER
• Referral Program

All rates offered are based on position, years of applicable experience and employment type

*** Rate ranges shown include levels for per diems with no benefits and Independent Contractors