Occupational Therapy Assistant- Full-Time

Ahava Therapy Services•Adamsville, TN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Ahava Therapy Services is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant for Adamsville Healthcare & Rehab Center in Adamsville, Tennessee. The 140-bed skilled nursing facility provides short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and outpatient therapy services, and includes a 46-bed secure memory care unit with a sensory room. The OTA will join an in-house therapy team and provide patient-centered care in collaboration with facility staff and other clinicians. Ahava Therapy Services provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy across a variety of care settings. The organization emphasizes innovative, evidence-based care, teamwork, interdisciplinary collaboration, and helping patients maximize their potential and quality of life. Clinicians are described as having autonomy and support within a team committed to high-quality care.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.
Active OTA license or eligibility under state statutes for practice.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Strong observational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.
One year of experience is listed in the posting.

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy treatments to residents according to the occupational therapist's treatment plans.
Assist the Occupational Therapist with tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.
Observe, record, and report conditions, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties.
Maintain daily treatment records and document progress notes as directed.
Assist the therapist in consulting with family members, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
Assist with the care of the occupational therapy department and equipment.
Assist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned.
Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to the discipline and responsibilities.
Comply with Ahava Therapy Services' regulatory and professional standards.
Attend and participate in rehabilitation team conferences and other facility meetings.
Adhere to company and facility policies and participate in quality improvement and safety programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Understand reimbursement by various payers and allocate therapy resources efficiently.
Demonstrate knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination, and third-party reimbursement guidelines.
Support the company's mission and vision and project a professional image.
Independently perform duties and recognize situations where direct supervision is needed.
Maintain expected productivity levels.