In this role you will be:
Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, optimize physical ability skills of patients in facilities. Assist in the screening and initial evaluations of all patients. Execute treatment of all patients who benefit from intervention as prescribed by state approved referral source. Ensure appropriate delivery of all treatment to achieve identified objectives including appropriate documentation of progress toward identified objectives. Communicate patient status and needs to the patient, family members and professional staff. Establish and maintain strong relationships with facility staff through active participation in education about therapy and company services on a consistent basis. Attend facility patient care, utilization review, marketing administrative staff/department head, and family conference committee meetings as directed by the occupational therapist. Establish and maintain a good working relationship with other healthcare professional and colleagues in the community. Assist the occupational therapist in the establishment and implementation of goals for facility utilization. Submit billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner. Complete appropriate forms and records as directed.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
EDUCATION: Must be a graduate of an accredited school for Occupational Therapy Assistants.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: COTA certification in Occupational Therapy State licensure/registration where applicable Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification First aid certification preferred.