Occupational Therapy Assistant- PRN, Part Time, Full Time

About Discovery At Home 

Discovery At Home is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Established in 2012 with the creation of a Medicare-certified agency in Southwest Florida, Discovery At Home has grown steadily over the years, expanding its operations by starting and acquiring agencies in Tampa, Florida; Plano, Texas; Houston, Texas; and West Palm Beach, Florida. While DAH primarily serves residents living in communities managed by the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, its services extend beyond these communities. Today, the organization offers a comprehensive range of care, including Part A services, Part B services, and Private Duty services.  

This role provides skilled occupational therapy assistant service on an intermittent basis to clients in their homes in under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist (OT) provides client care services which have been delegated by the OT.
• Under the direction of the OT, assists in evaluation and development of the rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic re-evaluation as required.
• Participates in the preparation of clinical and daily progress notes. All notes are reviewed aby the OT and submitted within 72 hours. Also prepares periodic summary reports.
• Together with the OT, instructs the client and family, assists in teaching them exercise programs.
• Guides and instructs the client in prescribed therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independent and physical and mental functioning and assists the client in the use of self-help devices.
• Identifies possible ineffective drug therapy or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, and contra-indicated medication and reports same to the OT>
• Observes and records activities and findings in the clinical record and reports to the OT and the physician the client's reaction to treatment and any changes in the client's condition.
• Consults with OT regarding the outcome of home visits and reports physical findings in written form.
• Under the supervision of the OT, assists in evaluation and development of the rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic re-evaluation as indicated.
• Instructs other health team personnel, including as appropriate, Home Health Aides as well as family members with respect to certain phases of occupational therapy so that they may work with the client.
• Writes daily progress notes on patients and submits same within 72 hours. Prepares periodic summary reports as indicated.
• Attends rehabilitation department staff meetings and case conferences.
• Instructs client in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, splints, and prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Participates with staff, clients and physicians in discharge activities and assists the Occupational Therapist in completing the Occupational Therapy Discharge Summary.
• Confirms on a weekly basis the scheduling of visits with the supervisor/Director of Clinical Services in order to coordinate Agency visits.
• Assumes responsibility for self-development by continually striving to improve his/her health care knowledge through educational programs, attendance at workshops and conferences, active participation in professional and related organizations and individual research and reading.
• Assumes other duties deemed appropriate and necessary by the OT.
• Participates in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
• Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.
• Completes and submits OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges, visit notes and significant change in condition in accordance with agency defined time frames.
• Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures of agency.

Qualifications: 

• Must be a graduate of an approved school giving a course of not less than two years for Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Must be licensed or registered by the State.
• Must have a criminal background check.
• Must have CPR certification.

Benefits:

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive compensation, Discovery offers a comprehensive benefit package.  

Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays.   Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

Thank you for your interest in Discovery Senior Living careers.  If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, please contact the community directly. 

EOE/DV