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Occupational Therapy Assistant

4 weeks ago

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States St. Luke's University Health Network Full time
Job Summary:

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a skilled and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team. As a key member of our professional staff, you will provide coordinated occupational therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities:

Administer occupational therapy treatment plans as developed by the OTR.
Facilitate patient ROM, strength coordination, use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications, functional mobility and safety issues as related to patients ADL performance needs under the supervision of the OTR.
Communicate with the Therapy Supervisor or Clinical Coordinator and appropriate staff in order to plan total patient and family care. Confers with P.T., nursing staff, S.T., MSW and HHA's in planning rehabilitation for the patient.
Observe, record and report patient's response to treatment and any changes in patient's condition to physician and/or clinical supervisor.
Document the effectiveness and outcomes of care on an ongoing basis and makes revisions as needed.
Plan for discharge as appropriate in conjunction with OTR.
Instruct other health team personnel, when appropriate in certain areas of occupational therapy including activities of daily living, in which they may work with the patients. This includes the patient and family members.
Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
Meet mandatory continuing education requirements.
Provide orientation to new orientees related to scope of practice. Entity 33 Job Class Code Number 478
Maintain confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information
Comply with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
Demonstrate/models the Network's Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
Demonstrate Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.
Demonstrate financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.
Comply with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.
Demonstrate competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated

Requirements:

Ability to provide consultation.
Ability to instruct nonprofessionals in the care and treatment of the physically and emotionally ill.
Ability to prepare neat, timely, accurate and concise records and reports.
Ability to accept and utilize supervision.
Possession of a current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Possession of a phone in residence.
Position requires the use of your own private vehicle for Network business. You must have a valid driver's license issued by the applicable state of residency, as well as evidence of auto liability insurance; which must have at least the state-minimum coverage limits. Insurance must be maintained at all times while being employed in this position.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Reference from U.S. Department of Labor Definitions 1991 Heavy Work: Involves exerting pounds of force occasionally, or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, or 10-to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Constantly standing and walking. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium, Light and Sedentary work as defined by U.S. DOL. Reaching: Frequent Reaching Above the shoulder: Frequent Twisting: Frequent Bending/stooping: Frequent Repetitive movements of elbows/fingers: Frequent Repetitive movements of wrists: Frequent Kneeling/Climbing /Squatting: Occasionally Good physical and mental health Neat, clean, free from body odors. Conforms to uniform code Visual and auditory acuity are required to provide comprehensive care Frequency Definition Max # hrs in a 8 hour day Occasionally Activity/condition exists up to 1/3 of the time 2 hours 40 min. Frequent Actively/condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time 5 hours 20 min Constantly Activity/condition exists 2/3 or more of the time. 8 hours Environmental Inside: Office and patient homes Outside: Drive to patient homes/clinics and or office errands in extreme cold/heat Wet and or humid conditions, snow, ice and fog Hazards: Exposure to contagious disease, road and driving and animals.

Specific Protective Equipment Available:

Gloves, gown, mask, goggles.

Supervision (Received by and/or Given to):

Receives supervision from therapy clinical supervisor and/or OTR's. Supervises home health aides.

Communications:

1. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to patients, families, physicians, and related persons.
2. Ability to exercise tact and good judgment in dealing with people.
3. Communication honors and respects ethnic and cultural diversity.

Qualifications (Minimum) Education:

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is a graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy.

Training and Experience:

Preferably one or two years experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.