Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, Sub Acute

2 weeks ago

Rockford Illinois, United States Mercyhealth Full time
Overview:
The Occupational Therapist Assistant is responsible for the implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses.

Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Integrates subjective and objective data to follow an established treatment plan.

Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.

Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.

Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.

Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation

Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques

Participates actively in the PI and CQI process

Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners

Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department

Takes an active role in the performance improvement process

Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between occupational therapists, assistants and the physician group

Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on occupational therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited school program for Occupational Therapy Assistants

Certification and Licensure

Licensed as an occupational therapist assistant (COTA) in WI, IL or both if required
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days

For those driving their personal vehicles:
Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.
Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

 

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
This is considered medium strength work exerting 25-50 pounds of force occasionally or 10-25 pounds of force frequently. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb and balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Level of Supervision

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

 

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