Occupational Therapy Assistant Ft Lauderdale

Brief Description Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan, healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Our careers are challenging, meaningful and rewarding. Join us now to do purposeful work in supporting our community’s seniors and their families. The following Job Description will also apply at Broward Pace Program sites. Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant (Florida PACE Centers) Job Summary Provides Occupational Therapy services to participants of the Florida PACE Centers. Assists in the assessment and treatment, development and implementation of programs, and related professional services under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist (OT). Essential Job Functions Assists the Occupational Therapist in participant assessments as indicated Assessments include but are not limited to the physical, social, and psychological needs of the participants and their families ADL status, cognitive functioning, visual-perception deficits, feeding skills, cooking skills, home safety assessments, environmental and durable medical equipment needsAssists OT in formulating an intervention plan based on identified problem areas as well as strengths in conjunction with the participant, family, and IDTImplements treatment programs designed by the OT, collaborates with the OT to identify measurable functional outcomesAdministers treatment according to established treatment plan and procedures (i.e., ROM, strengthening, neuromuscular facilitation, body mechanics, splinting, edema control, functional activities, coordination, low vision and cognitive retraining, visual perceptual motor training, ADL’s, groups, participant, and caregiver education) Uses creativity and variety to achieve goals upgrading or downgrading activities accordingly Demonstrates safe and effective use of equipmentParticipates as an active member of IDT providing regular updates regarding the needs of the participantsExplains occupational therapy (OT) services and OT intervention plan to participants, caregivers, and members of IDTAttends and participates in special committees and family meetings and provides in-services as requestedCompletes all documentation in a timely manner in accordance with department standards, for review and co-signature by the supervising OTAdheres to standards of care, clinical guidelines, and protocols in rendering care to the participants including precautions and contraindicationsAssists OT with ordering adaptive equipment, durable medical equipment, and supplies Reports and assists with issuance of DME and have the ability to perform minor equipment and wheelchair repairs as directed by competency requirementConsults with other PACE disciplines as directed regarding participant concerns and activity adaptationsProvide supervision, guidance and assistance to rehabilitation aides and students in their delivery of services and reports as indicated to OT regarding pertinent issuesMeets with the OT per Florida administrative codeUtilizes appropriate safety measures when providing care to participants and other job dutiesPerforms related non-clinical services necessary to maintain the efficient operation of the OT department, and adjusts schedule as required to meet the needs of participantsProtects privacy and maintains confidentiality of employee, participant, sensitive agency information and supports Quality Improvement efforts Education Job Requirements Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association approved curriculum with a license to practice in the State of Florida Experience A minimum of 2 years of experience is preferred Licenses/Certifications Current Florida State Occupational Therapy Assistant licensureCurrent BLS certification from the American Heart Association Abilities Required Current knowledge of safety issues needed in the treatment of patients, especially regarding body mechanics and body substance precautions to protect self, patients and personnel working with therapistEffective written and oral communication skills Bilingual English/Spanish preferredGood problem solving and clinical judgment skillsDemonstrate ability to take initiative, be adaptable and work well independentlyBe well organized, flexible, dependable, and punctualAbility to work well with staff, individuals, and participants of diverse ethnic and cultural backgroundsMust be computer literate (Microsoft Office, Excel) Functional Demands Environment Work Conditions Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation Infectious Material Exposure Occasional exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues Organizational Expectations Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered toDemonstrates professionalism and accountabilityDemonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guestsDemonstrates excellent communication skillsEnsures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical informationIdentifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communicationAble to speak, read and write EnglishAble to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the jobAdheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and ValuesParticipates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelinesMaintains a safe working environment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you’ve ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part-time positions, free on-campus parking, an onsite fitness center and more. 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