Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Schuylkill • Trexlertown, PA

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Administers occupational therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. In collaboration with an occupational therapist (OTR), the patient, and the family, contributes to the plan of care and facilitates participation in everyday living. Improves quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education.

Reviews and implements established, individualized occupational therapy plans of care using skilled, evidence-based techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, splinting and durable medical equipment, and modalities. Provides treatment consistent with patient needs assessments and age- and population-specific needs, using a developmental and patient- and family-directed approach. Communicates patient progress and physical limitations to supervisors, physicians, and other team members; provides cost-effective care according to billing guidelines; and completes documentation in accordance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Less than one year of experience; successful completion of clinical experience required by the school program.
• Knowledge of patient rights and laws relating to those rights, including HIPAA.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques.
• Ability to provide safe, compassionate, and competent occupational therapy treatments.
• Ability to communicate with patients, family members, and coworkers in a friendly, supportive manner.
• Thorough knowledge of workplace safety standards and regulations.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification for Pennsylvania, required upon hire.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential for Pennsylvania, required upon hire.
• For Homecare, Hospice, or Home-based Outpatient positions, current auto insurance at state-minimum required levels.

Responsibilities

• Review and implement established occupational therapy plans of care to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
• Use skilled, evidence-based techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, splinting and durable medical equipment, and modalities.
• Provide occupational therapy treatment consistent with patients’ needs assessments.
• Communicate patient progress and physical limitations to a supervisor, physician, and other team members.
• Provide care based on age-specific and population-specific needs using a developmental and patient- and family-directed approach.
• Provide cost-effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
• Complete and submit documentation in accordance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree