Description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Hours: 24hrs/Week

Contract Start Date: 11/09/23

Contract End Date: Ongoing

Qualifications

TheTherapist Assistant role encompassesoccupational and physical therapist assistant and requires certification or licensure by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy or National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy.

Complexity

Applies knowledge acquired through formal educationin an accredited program.

Applies knowledge of principles and practices related to therapeutic interventions.

Client assessments are based on information from standardized assessments (within practice guidelines),observations,medical records, caregivers, and clients.

Response to treatmentis assessed to enable appropriate progression within the parameters of the treatment plan.

Work is performed with in the parameters of established treatment plans and strategies.

Treatment interventions may include instructing in daily living skills,sensory- motorintegration skills,mobility skills,therapeutic exercises,and various physical treatment procedures.

Maybe responsible for planning or leading group activities or classes.

Results

Client receives education alinformation,guidance,and encouragement inperformance of therapeutic activities.

Plans for therapy are implemented.

Client quality of life is improved.

Promotes client independence.

Accountability

Ensures that clients perform activities and progress toward goals in accordance with treatment plan.

Records client progress for use by therapists.

Communicates immediately any change in client condition requiring medical attention or re-evaluation.

May provide direction to interns,students,or staff providing supportive services.

Works under supervision of a licensed therapist.