Occupational Therapy Assistant Inpatient Rehab

Ascension•Pensacola, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position implements an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities, documents findings of patient progress, and seeks consultation as necessary. The Occupational Therapy Assistant monitors the patient's response to the treatment plan and communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the occupational therapist. This role also provides discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs. The assistant may oversee the care provided by therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credentialed from the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

Implement an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities.
Document findings of patient progress. Seek consultation as necessary.
Monitor patient's response to treatment plan. Communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to occupational therapist.
Provide discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.
May oversee the care provided by therapy 3-Technicians according to established regulations and practice standards.