We Love AI JobsCertified Occupational Therapist Assistant
TransPerfectThe Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant treats residents with occupational therapy needs under an evaluating physician's order and in collaboration with a supervising OTR. The role also includes resident screening, documentation, and participation in facility care planning and compliance.
Skills & Expertise
Key Responsibilities
Provide occupational therapy treatment to residents with identified disorders or deficits.
Screen residents, document care, and collaborate with the supervising OTR on treatment programs.
Attend required meetings and follow facility care, infection control, and certification standards.
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DESCRIPTION
• Responsible for the treatment of residents with noted disorders or deficits within Occupational Therapy scope of practice upon receiving physician order and completion of evaluation
• Optimize the functionality and skills of patients
• Responsible for the objective screening of residents
• Completes all necessary documentation
• Collaborate with supervising OTR developing programs appropriate to the needs of facility residents while fulfilling COTA/OTR co-signature and supervision requirements
• Attend all required meetings including care planning, staff meetings, family meetings, etc
• Assist the facility in meeting the standards necessary to obtain state and federal certification while following OBRA Resident Right Guidelines
• Follow facility infection control policies and procedures
• Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for the role and assigned by the manager/supervisor
REQUIRED SKILLS
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations
• Ability to clinically collaborate and accept feedback & direction from OTR
• Physical Demands: Required to perform a variety of duties relative to the job, some of which require a moderate to heavy category of physical demand
Push/Pull up to 300lbs, Standing, Sitting, Sustained Squatting, Repetitive Stooping, Trunk Twisting, Sustained Kneeling, Sustained & Repetitive Forward Reaching, Stair Climbing, Walking, Grasping, Fine Motor, Lifting
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Completion of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
• State Licensure
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Prior Senior Living Community experience
• Knowledge of PDPM
• Knowledge of Medicaid Case Mix