What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Assistant - Outpatient - South Hill, VA position at Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems?
The Occ Ther Assistant assists the Occupational Therapist in evaluating referred pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric in-patients.
The Occ Ther Assistant implements a patient's treatment program after the program is planned by the Occupational Therapist.
The Occ Ther Assistant documents results of patient care sessions in accordance with hospital and department guidelines.
The Occ Ther Assistant participates as a member of a departmental team as well as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team.
The Occ Ther Assistant provides clinical instruction to OTA students. This position participates in training and education activities.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Occupational Therapist Assistant Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Occupational Therapist Assistant Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area Experience REQUIRED: New graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant Program (Associates Degree) Experience PREFERRED: One (1) year of work experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant Program (Associates Degree) Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Evaluation and treatment of patients with routine diagnoses. Setting schedule and managing time. Communicating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Adjustment of treatment program based on patient response. Completion of routine documentation. Customer interaction. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Occupational Therapist Assistant provides supervision for Rehab Technicians, volunteers and students doing clinical rotations. Additional position requirements: Cross-coverage to all rehab/acute treatment teams. Saturday/holiday coverage on a rotating basis. Age Specific groups served: Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical - Lifting 50-100 lbs. Activities: Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent changeDays
VCU Health System Authority (VCU Health) complies with applicable civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, political affiliation, disabilities, marital status, veteran status, residence, financial status, or any other manner prohibited by law.
The Occ Ther Assistant implements a patient's treatment program after the program is planned by the Occupational Therapist.
The Occ Ther Assistant documents results of patient care sessions in accordance with hospital and department guidelines.
The Occ Ther Assistant participates as a member of a departmental team as well as a member of an interdisciplinary patient care team.
The Occ Ther Assistant provides clinical instruction to OTA students. This position participates in training and education activities.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Occupational Therapist Assistant Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Occupational Therapist Assistant Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area Experience REQUIRED: New graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant Program (Associates Degree) Experience PREFERRED: One (1) year of work experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant Program (Associates Degree) Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Evaluation and treatment of patients with routine diagnoses. Setting schedule and managing time. Communicating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Adjustment of treatment program based on patient response. Completion of routine documentation. Customer interaction. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Occupational Therapist Assistant provides supervision for Rehab Technicians, volunteers and students doing clinical rotations. Additional position requirements: Cross-coverage to all rehab/acute treatment teams. Saturday/holiday coverage on a rotating basis. Age Specific groups served: Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical - Lifting 50-100 lbs. Activities: Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent changeDays
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VCU Health System Authority (VCU Health) complies with applicable civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, political affiliation, disabilities, marital status, veteran status, residence, financial status, or any other manner prohibited by law.