Occupational Therapy Assistant

CHSGa•Eatonton, GA

12d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapy Assistant provides patient treatments that meet individual needs, using current treatment knowledge and following Rehabilitation Services guidelines and applicable Skilled Nursing Facility and/or Home Health reference guides. The role works collaboratively with the supervising Therapist, Rehabilitation Director, and other disciplines to support effective clinical case management and evidence-based, interdisciplinary care. The assistant maintains accurate documentation, follows safe work practices, and supports the quality, reputation, and mission of the organization through professional conduct, communication, and collaboration.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current, unencumbered license to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Georgia.
Ability to provide treatments that meet patient needs using current treatment knowledge and applicable guidelines.
Ability to demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach to patient care and use evidence-based clinical practice.
Ability to complete clear and accurate documentation in accordance with Rehabilitation Services, regulatory, licensing, payor, and accrediting requirements.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagram instructions and handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a skilled nursing facility rehabilitation environment, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a positive work team by sharing information, using problem-solving methods, and accepting new ideas, criticism, or advice.
Support activities introduced by the skilled nursing facility and Rehabilitation Services.
Provide courteous customer service with consistent follow-up and positive communication.
Use continuing education assistance to achieve targeted quality improvements.
Collaborate with the supervising Therapist, Rehabilitation Director, and other disciplines to facilitate effective and efficient clinical case management.
Maintain current clinical knowledge through seminars, professional journals, and peers.
Demonstrate safe working practices and report for scheduled work periods on time.
Promote the image and reputation of the System through servant leadership and direct, open communication.
Contribute to committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts.
Perform other related duties as directed or necessary to ensure the success of the System.