Occupational Therapy Assistant

Addus HomeCare•Covington, TN

10d•Remote

About The Position

Tennessee Quality Care is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Physical Therapist to join our Home Health team serving Shelby County, TN. Experience the rewarding difference of one-on-one patient care in the comfort of patients' homes, where you can help individuals regain independence, improve mobility, and enhance their quality of life.

Requirements

Certified as an occupational therapy assistant by AOTA, American Occupational Therapy Association
Current licensure as a occupational therapist assistant in the state of practice
Must be willing to travel within local geographic area
Complies and maintains current CPR certification.
Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance

Nice To Haves

1 year of occupational therapy assistant experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Communicates clients’ status, changes in condition, changes in care plan and needs to family members, staff and other professionals
Maintains regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the department
Perform all occupational therapy procedures planned and delegated as prescribed by the provider in the clients place of residence as instructed and supervised by the qualified occupational therapist
Assist clients to and from treatment or training areas and instruct client in pushing wheelchair, supporting or lifting and positioning in and out of bed
Assist client with slings, splints and self-help devices to obtain physical independence
Observe client for signs of distress and adjust activities accordingly
Maintains accurate clinical records, keeping track of goals and progress of clients’