Occupational Therapist Assistant - PRN

Description

Under the occupational therapist’s direct supervision (OT), the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant treats patients according to a treatment plan approved by the attending physician and/or Occupational therapist 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 to prolong working life.
• Completes all required patient care documentation according to accepted regulatory, corporate, and professional guidelines.
• Resolves conflicts, with assistance from OT or Director of Rehabilitation, 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 positively and professionally.
• Communicates with the OT, Director of Rehabilitation, 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 the 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 of experience working in a hospital/rehabilitation setting

Education Required

• A 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 AHA BLS and Behavior Intervention Training (SAMA)
• Maintain current certification in good standing during employment with this facility, or obtain it within thirty (30) days of hire