JOB SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapist Assistant performs patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Occupational Therapist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist

• Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients and team members

• Consistently attend work and provide appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off

• Maintain productivity standards as determined by supervisor and clinical needs

• Demonstrate consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations

• Treat patients according to treatment plan

• Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines

• Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines

• Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs as directed by staff therapist

• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed

• Participate in in-service training program for other staff at the facility

• Participate in facility performance improvement programs

• Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department

• Perform other duties as required or directed

• Screen patients based upon identified need per State Practice Act

• Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department

• Report any problems with department equipment to appropriate personnel so that it is

maintained in good working order

• Travel or float between facilities as determined by supervisor and patient needs

• Understand and adhere to the guidelines of “Residents Rights” and assure resident safe

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Occupational Therapy Assistants

• Ability to understand, remember and carry out verbal or written instructions in English

• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner

• Ability to be flexible and positive with intermittent interruptions