Occupational Therapist Assistant

Alternate Solutions Health Network•Cincinnati, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist Assistant I (OTA) provides skilled occupational therapy services in patients’ homes according to the Occupational Therapist’s plan of care and attending physician’s orders. The OTA educates patients and family members, supports patient safety and functional independence, and completes accurate clinical documentation in compliance with agency procedures and applicable legal, Medicare, and federal requirements. The company follows the occupational therapy scope of practice established by the state of employment. This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM. The position serves a territory covering the listed communities in Ohio and requires travel to patients’ primary locations for scheduled visits. The OTA participates in on-call requirements, case conferences, in-service training, agency meetings, and orientation or training of new employees. The role requires a current Ohio OTA license, at least one year of OTA experience in an acute setting, and a valid driver’s license and auto insurance listing the employee as a driver.

Requirements

At least one year of experience as an OTA in an acute setting.
Current Occupational Therapist Assistant license in the state of employment; the responsibilities specify maintaining an active Ohio OTA license.
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with the employee listed as a driver.
Ability to communicate effectively and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
Knowledge of therapy best practices.
Ability to make appropriate occupational therapy judgments and identify situations and choose effective solutions.
Detail-oriented and observant.
Disciplined work ethic, with the ability to prioritize tasks and be timely.

Nice To Haves

Home care experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled occupational therapy services in patients’ homes according to the Occupational Therapist’s plan of care.
Observe, record, and report patient reactions, changes, and progress.
Assess functional problems and provide interventions in coordination with the occupational therapist to work toward improved functional status.
Perform occupational therapy procedures and prescribed diagnostic tests.
Guide patients in therapeutic, creative, and self-care activities to improve functioning.
Communicate effectively with physicians, therapists, and coworkers.
Participate in case conferences to promote coordination of care.
Educate staff on specific occupational therapy modalities when appropriate.
Educate patients and families about treatment procedures, supportive activities, and safety measures.
Instruct patients and family members in the proper use of wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Teach patients preventative measures and sound decision-making to help reduce re-hospitalizations.
Support patient and family independence and listen to their concerns.
Complete clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocols and Medicare and federal guidelines, documenting treatments, assessments, and patient education.
Maintain an active OTA license in Ohio.
Communicate schedule changes to the scheduler as needed.
Complete chart audits at the agency site when requested.
Participate in on-call requirements and case conferences.
Attend in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings.
Participate in orientation and training of new employees.
Maintain a professional appearance and follow agency policies and procedures.
Drive to patients’ primary locations for scheduled visits and attend assigned visit locations daily.
Document subsequent visits within 24 hours and submit required documentation within company deadlines.
Follow the plan of care within the scope of practice for a Licensed Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.
Perform other duties as assigned.