Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at Summer Place

Focused Post Acute Care Partners•Beaumont, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides occupational therapy treatment under the general supervision of an Occupational Therapist and in accordance with established treatment plans and procedures. The role helps patients regain physical abilities and function and increase functional skills and independence. It also includes related clerical and service duties. The position is with Focused Care at Summer Place in Beaumont, Texas, and reports to the Rehab Director, EDO. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that ordinarily acquired through completion of an associate's degree in occupational therapy assistant from an accredited college.
Current license or registration as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of hire.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

Assist the Occupational Therapist in developing and implementing individual patient occupational therapy care plans, and carry out daily assignments to meet therapy plans and treatment goals.
Provide daily care to assigned patients and guide them through prescribed passive, assistive, and resistive exercise programs to develop or enhance strength, muscle tone, and range of motion.
Apply prescribed heat-, light-, water-, and electrically based treatments or modalities when competent and equipment is available.
Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADL) skills retraining and perform other therapeutic activities, including massage and body mechanics.
Observe patients during treatment, note significant changes, seek assistance from the Occupational Therapist when appropriate, record treatment responses and progress, and refer patients for re-evaluation as necessary.
Prepare patient referrals as requested and communicate regularly with the Occupational Therapist about program design, implementation, and progress.
Participate in Occupational Therapy Assistants' meetings and advise professional team members about patient progress and treatment effectiveness; suggest treatment-plan revisions when appropriate.
Act as a resource to staff on occupational therapy programs and train staff in adaptive equipment use and the implementation and rationale of treatment plans.
Clean and maintain treatment areas and equipment, follow sterile procedures and guidelines, and report needed equipment repairs to a supervisor.
Assist with patient scheduling, daily schedule preparation, and maintenance of the daily occupational therapy patient census.
Demonstrate understanding of the organization's mission, purpose, and philosophy; uphold ethical conduct, integrity, and honesty; and take responsibility for decisions and goals.
Develop competencies and capabilities and contribute to effective use of technology and resources.
Treat employees, patients, and business partners respectfully and foster teamwork and collaboration.
Maintain attendance and punctuality, communicate effectively verbally and in writing, attend staff meetings and required in-services, and organize work to complete duties on time.
Use materials, equipment, and time safely and cost-effectively; observe infection control and standard precautions; and perform related duties as required.