• A graduate of an approved education course for occupational therapy assistants.
• Licensed, if applicable, in the state in which they will be practicing.
• Demonstrate professional attitude and appearance.
• Proficient administrative and communication within department and facility and company.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in the practice of their discipline.
• Thorough knowledge of all payer source documentation and payment requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to walk, sit, stand, stoop, squat, bend, lift, push, pull, balance, and perform overhead activity without restriction or limitation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must uphold the professional, legal and ethical standards of practice for occupational therapy as defined by the AOTA and State Practice Act
• Responsible for service and operational excellence of all assigned activities to ensure the delivery of quality services and/or outcomes required to meet or exceed the expectations of those utilizing or impacted by the department.
• Creates and maintains a patient record for each patient treated
• Performs selected occupational therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of the occupational therapist.
• Obtains data related to the interventions provided
• Makes modifications in selected interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the occupational therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort.
• Carries out the d/c plan as determined by the OTR
• Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate application of precautions and contraindications to occupational therapy treatment procedures and modalities
• Completes documentation according to Facility policies including timeliness and medical necessity support
• Maintains communication with the supervising OTR
• Participates in supervisory visits with the supervising OTR as required by the State Practice Act
• Requests re-examinations from the supervising OTR when a change in patient status is identified
• Adheres to state, federal, and third-party billing regulations
• Participates in quality and process improvement activities in the department as outlined by the manager/
• director
• Partners with multi-disciplinary team to carry out the plan of care and advocate for patient
• Demonstrates effective interdisciplinary communication regarding patient treatments and discharge planning.
• Cooperates with all facility and corporate departments
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and company proprietary information.
• Must be able to relate professionally, positively, and cooperatively with patients, patients’ family members, and other employees at all levels.
• Promotes and supports the Compliance Program by acting consistently through Facility Code of Conduct and leading by example.
• Participates in continuous survey readiness department and facility activities
• Ability to make effective use of available resources including time, people, materials and financial resources.
• Ability to define problems/issues in a non-threatening, straightforward, non-accusatory manner and demonstrate ability to propose solution and execute plan.
• Promotes and participates in Facility (as choice employer) activities which may include:
  • Interview Candidates
  • In-services to Customers
  • Marketing
• Employee retention activities
• Manage change effectively by anticipating, sensing and responding effectively and revise strategies and plans as appropriate.
• Maintain knowledge of Medicare Policies and Regulations, LCDs, and NCDs that directly impact care provided in Facility
• Always presents with a professional appearance and attitude
• Adheres to facility dress code if applicable
• Participates in in-service training and completes all mandatory training within designated time frame
• Maintains a clean, safe and professional department
• Assure that all rehab billing and labor entries are complete, accurate and timely
• Promotes positive customer relations
• Participates in census building and marketing activities
• Demonstrates ability for continuous new learning to remain current in the field
• Participates in clinical program development and implementation
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned
• Maintain productivity at or above baseline expectations set by the facility