Occupational Therapist Asst
Location
Temple, TX | United States
Job description
JOB SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapist Assistant performs patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients and team members
• Consistently attend work and provide appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off
• Maintain productivity standards as determined by supervisor and clinical needs
• Demonstrate consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations
• Treat patients according to treatment plan
• Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines
• Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines
• Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs as directed by staff therapist
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed
• Participate in in-service training program for other staff at the facility
• Participate in facility performance improvement programs
• Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department
• Perform other duties as required or directed
• Screen patients based upon identified need per State Practice Act
• Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department
• Report any problems with department equipment to appropriate personnel so that it is
maintained in good working order
• Travel or float between facilities as determined by supervisor and patient needs
• Understand and adhere to the guidelines of "Residents Rights" and assure resident safe
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Occupational Therapy Assistants
• Ability to understand, remember and carry out verbal or written instructions in English
• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner
• Ability to be flexible and positive with intermittent interruptions
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