Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Overview: The Per Diem Occupational Therapy Assistant will implement the plan of care as established by the Occupational Therapist in a professional and competent manner.

Responsibilities

Works under the direction of Occupational Therapist to plan, implement, or administer programs that restore or enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments. Assists in instructing patients and families in basic living skills, the care and use of adaptive equipment, and home programs. Assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans.

Reports to supervisors on patients' progress and discharge recommendations Attends and reports accurately a patient’s status at weekly UR meeting and interdisciplinary care plan meeting. Observes and records patient’s progress, response to treatment and limitations and maintains this information in electronic medical record.

Completes required documentation at point of service. Provides training and education to families/caregivers. Screens all residents in facility on a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if Occupational Therapy intervention is indicated. Identifies need for modification of treatment plan and reports to the Registered Occupational Therapist.

Identifies needs for program development and implements programs according to company policies and procedures. Coordinates in-services for facility staff as need is determined, to ensure safe and effective carry over of Restorative Programs and overall call of the residents.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited therapy program Current Occupational Therapy Assistant New Jersey state license NBCOT Certified CPR Certified