Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ochsner Health-posted 3 months ago
New Orleans, LA
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This job provides routine treatment as assigned according to plan of care provided by a licensed Occupational Therapist. Provides direct patient care after the patient has been evaluated by a licensed Occupational Therapist and documents patient progress in daily progress notes and/or summaries to physicians. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

  • Performs occupational therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
  • Communicates and documents any changes in patient's status and informs therapist of patient's reassessment.
  • Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies and procedures.
  • Participates in staff and committee projects.
  • Achieves established productivity levels set forth by administration.
  • Educates and trains others within discipline.
  • Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
  • Associate’s degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
  • Eligibility for state occupational therapy assistant licensure by examination and current state license prior to start date.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
  • Current occupational therapy assistant license in state of practice.
  • Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
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