Occupational Therapy Assistant - Part-Time
Alternate Solutions Health Network · Lexington, KY · 2 wk ago
HealthcarePart-time
About the role
We are dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.
Agency
Baptist Health Home Care Kentucky
Work Schedule
- PART-TIME
- 3 days during weekdays only!
- (Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 8am to 5pm. No on call.)
Territory
- Clay City
- Harrodsburg
- Nicholasville
- Station
- Waco
- Wilmore
- Winchester
- Berea
- Danville
- Lancaster
- Paint Lick
- Richmond
Sign On Bonus
$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS
Major Areas Of Responsibility
- Plan of Care: Provide skilled occupational therapy as ordered by the attending physician and observe and monitor patient conditions and notify the Occupational Therapist of any changes in the patient’s condition.
- Minimize Patient Risk: Assess functional problems and provide intervention and, in conjunction with the occupational therapist, work toward goals to improve patient functional status.
- Family Educator/Advocate: Counsel patient and family on the disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of occupational therapy. Instruct patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices.
- Policies: Complete all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
- Rules and Regulations: Understand and follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and communicate changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisors.
- Operations: Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.
Hard & Soft Skills
- Compassionate communicator with a positive attitude.
- Patience is a virtue when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
- Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions.
Requirements
- Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) with current license in the state of employment.
- Minimum one-year experience as a OTA in an acute care setting. Home care experience preferred.
- Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driver.
- Capable of all physical demands.