PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant

Summit Care-posted about 20 hours ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Ames, IA
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The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides services under the general supervision of the Occupational Therapist, and in accordance with state practice guidelines, including assisting with patient assessment; treating patients, delivering home programs, patient and family instruction, participating in family and team conferences, conducting equipment inventory, maintenance and orders. COTA is responsible for documenting services according to the departmental and facility standards. This position provides direct patient care to adult and geriatric patients. Represents a commitment to quality of care in all interactions with patients, caregivers and facility staff. Adheres to all state regulations regarding Occupational Therapy.

  • Provides therapeutic treatment in accordance with the established plan of care
  • Documents treatment provided including reasons for skilled intervention, observation, recording and reporting patient status and response to treatment
  • Participates in the maintenance of therapy records
  • Ensures availability of supplies and equipment
  • Maintains appropriate patient schedules, as per established guidelines
  • Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical records, as it relates to reimbursement guidelines, accuracy of billing information, and facility requirements
  • Participates in patient, family, and facility meetings, as appropriate
  • Follows administrative policies and procedures, including those related to emergency procedures, infectious disease control, and safety
  • Coordinates and/or participates in training programs for facility staff, residents, families, and rehabilitation staff
  • Initiates new program development with focus on functional outcomes to improve the quality of life of facility residents
  • Participates in continuous quality improvement
  • Patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting 50 pounds of dead weight alone
  • Able to walk, bend, stand, and reach consistently during a work day/shift
  • Performs other related duties as required and assigned
  • Successful completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
  • Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant License to practice in appropriate state(s)
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Effective leadership and customer relations skills
  • Ability to exercise mature judgment with initiative in analyzing and solving problems
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