Outpatient

Emory•Decatur, GA

About The Position

The Occupational Therapy Assistant performs therapy procedures and care plans under the direction of a licensed therapist and in accordance with accepted standards. The role provides direct patient care and treatments based on individualized plans, monitors patient responses, and shares relevant information with appropriate staff. It also instructs patients and families, and works with the patient care team to plan continued care and follow-up after discharge. The position supports departmental operations by maintaining supplies and equipment, planning treatment schedules, documenting care, recording charges, and following infection-control protocols. The assistant supervises support staff, trains staff and students, participates in team conferences and professional development, and performs related duties as required. This is a PRN outpatient position with a stated rate of $36.50 per hour plus shift differential.

Requirements

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant school accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
Certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the state of Georgia.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Perform therapy procedures and care plans under the direction of a licensed therapist.
Supervise support staff.
Perform administrative duties in support of patient care and departmental functions.
Maintain an established inventory of supplies and ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment.
Maintain a work area free of debris and clutter.
Plan individual treatment schedules to optimize use of staff and equipment and provide high-quality patient services.
Monitor patient responses to therapy, recognize regression or progression, and report pertinent information to appropriate staff.
Instruct and train patients and families regarding pertinent aspects of patient care.
Provide direct patient care and perform treatments according to individualized plans of care.
Participate with other patient care team members in planning continued care, support, and follow-up after discharge.
Work with the manager to formulate a professional development plan and attend appropriate educational in-services.
Participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
Follow established protocols for program- or setting-specific documentation and accurately record daily charges for services rendered.
Follow organizational and universal infection-control standards, including proper cleaning and sterilization of surfaces, equipment, and instruments.
Conduct in-service programs, train other staff, and serve as a clinical instructor to students.
Attend team conferences when appropriate and work cooperatively with team members to maintain consistent, high-quality, results-oriented service.
Respond to requests for professional information or advice and refer complex matters to appropriate staff.
Perform other related duties as required.