Occupational Therapist Assistant

Advanced Neurologic Rehabilitation • Gilbert, AZ

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About The Position

Responsible for outstanding delivery of occupational therapy services including evidence-based patient care and patient engagement while following company policies. The organization values initiative, clear and collaborative communication, continuous learning and development, loyalty, and fostering a positive atmosphere that promotes team growth, community, and friendship.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant Program
• Current Certified occupational Therapist Assistant license in Arizona
• Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care which is age specific/appropriate for patients served.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Appropriate interpersonal skills to enable positive interactions with patients/families, and other health care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed exercise interventions in accordance with the physical therapists' plan of care and carry out functional reeducation tasks in accordance with the physical therapists prescribed plan of care.
• Monitor the patient’s response to prescribed physical therapy interventions.
• Communicate patient’s progress in therapy through their documentation and during interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Immediately inform the therapist of all adverse events to care and/or acute changes in the patient’s medical status and assist in communication with the physical therapist when an evaluative/progress note is required.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees