Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

SARASOTA/VENICE

Vitality Rehab Services is at the forefront of bringing comprehensive rehabilitation care to patients' homes integrating all the crucial aspects of therapy services typically experienced in the hospital and skilled nursing facility setting. Through our established approach, we not only improve patient outcomes but also promote a culture of trust and teamwork between healthcare professionals and patients in their homes, resulting in enhanced patient satisfaction and overall care quality.

FLSA Classification​: Contract

Reports to: VP of Clinical Services

OVERVIEW:

Under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, the OTA will evaluate, plan, implement, and monitor an occupational therapy treatment program for patient/residents based on the therapist's evaluation and the physician's request. The Occupational Therapist Assistant may, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Works with occupational therapists to plan, implement, and administer educational, vocational, and recreational programs to restore and enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments

· Selects therapy activities to fit patients' needs and capabilities

· Observes and records patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintains this information in client records

· Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient

· Instructs or assists in instructing patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment. Implements or assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently

· Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients. Aids patients in dressing and grooming

· Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use

· Alters treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect

· Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games

· Teaches patients how to deal constructively with their emotions

· Transports patients to and from the occupational therapy work area

· Attends care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans

· Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, and documenting health insurance billings

· Orders educational and treatment supplies

· Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

· Associate degree or certification from an occupational therapy program, and clinical experience

· Possess up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices

· Ability to solve problems independently

· Ability to write reports and correspondence at a professional level

· Ability to use a computer and software proficiently

· Drive to continually learn new treatment techniques

· Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (with AED)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· This position has no supervisory requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· This job operates in the patient's home. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the home.

· Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment.

· Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $ $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: On the road