Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Post-Acute Rehab (SNF) - PRN

Concept Rehab & Engage Consulting•Willoughby, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Concept Rehab, a therapist-owned and operated company for over 40 years, is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for its Post-Acute Rehab unit in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). This is a PRN (as needed) position. The OTA will work under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist to treat patients with difficulties in mobility, cognition, function, strength, positioning, and activities of daily living. Responsibilities include conducting in-services and training for patient caregivers and facility staff on restorative and functional maintenance programs, reporting to the Director of Operations and Therapy Program Manager, and collaborating with families, physicians, and other health team members. The OTA is expected to maintain professional documentation and model competent, courteous, and professional services.

Requirements

Licensed in the state(s) where services are being provided as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Strong relationship skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
High emotional intelligence.
Outstanding oral and written communications.
Problem-solving, analytical and critical evaluation skills.
Cultural awareness.
Ethical practice.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
Maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Treat patients according to the treatment plan of care developed by and under the supervision of the Licensed Occupational Therapist.
Communicate with Occupational Therapist, the patient and/or family and facility staff any pertinent information concerning patient progress, problems and plans.
Participate in patient Plan of Care Meetings and Interdisciplinary Team Meetings.
Participate in in-service training programs for other staff in the facility.
Record treatment notes, progress notes, provide objective input for discharge summaries and complete daily billing of services per policy and procedure.
Instruct patient’s families and/or nursing staff in maintenance programs under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
Participate in discharge planning under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
Achieve or exceed the minimum productivity standard established by CRI.
Recommend any needed equipment to the Occupational Therapist which would facilitate improved delivery of clinical services.
Report any problems with department equipment to the appropriate personnel.
Act as clinical trainer for affiliating Occupational Therapy Assistant programs for area Universities and Colleges.
Comply with Occupational Therapy Assistant Licensure and Certification Standards.
Consistently portray the mission, vision, core values, cornerstones and professional image of Concept Rehab, exercise good judgment in the performance of the job.
Special projects and other duties as assigned.