Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN
Description
Under the occupational therapist’s direct supervision, the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant treats patients according to a treatment plan approved by the attending physician and/or Occupational Therapists and participates in patient care conferences.
- Knowledgeable of normal standards during treatment and appropriately reports abnormalities in a timely manner.
- Ensures that any change in patient condition or unusual circumstances is reported immediately to the charge nurse.
- Recognizes and communicates cardiopulmonary arrest or other emergency situations and initiates basic life support when appropriate.
- Practices correct isolation techniques to maintain a safe environment to control the spread of infection.
- Maintains the cleanliness of utilized instruments and equipment per hospital policy.
- Demonstrates knowledge of occupational therapy equipment utilized in different procedures, for example traction, ultrasound, whirlpool, etc.
- Utilizes resources appropriately and uses and maintains equipment in order to prolong working life.
- Completes all required documentation of patient care according to accepted regulatory, corporate and professional guidelines.
- Resolves conflicts, with assistance from OT or Director of Clinical Service, areas of concern or conflict with patient’s families and/or co-workers in a professional, proactive and courteous manner.
- Accepts direction from supervisors and other management team members in a positive and professional manner.
- Communicates with the Occupational Therapist, Director of Clinical Services, physicians and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
- Participates as necessary in patient care conferences.
- Participates in In-Service Training Programs.
- Participates in discharge planning.
- Establish and instruct caregivers in patient specific maintenance programs.
- Secure necessary durable medical equipment and adaptive equipment for patients to facilitate independence.
- Treats patients according to treatment plan established by OT and approved by the physician.
- Records daily treatments and charges with respect to department policy.
- Communicates with the Director of Rehabilitation regarding department programs, goals, objectives, problems and successes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Job Requirements
Experience
- Preferred six (6) months experience working in a hospital/rehabilitation setting
Education Required
- Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association accredited school of COTA
Additional Information
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
- Current Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in the State of Practice
- Certified in CPR and CPI
- Maintain current certification in good standing during employment with this facility, or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire
