Cert. Occ. Therapist Asst - PRN

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint John's Communities in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to assist the licensed occupational therapist with treatments that improve resident mobility and daily living activities. You will follow treatment plans, teach transfer and stretching techniques, and help select activities to support independent function while documenting progress and adjusting plans as needed.

This non-exempt, hourly role requires teamwork, strong communication, and a compassionate,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant Program and Certification.
• Must have effective verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Working knowledge of EHR systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides services under the direction of licensed occupational therapist.
• Follows treatment plan developed in collaboration with occupational therapist by teaching techniques.
• Assists in the selection of activities and the development of treatment plans to help patients to function independently.
• Observes, monitors, and records resident’s progress, attitudes, and behavior, providing feedback to Occupational Therapist, and recommending changes to their treatment plans.

Skills

Therapy support

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

OTA program completion

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

EHR systems

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Legal Address - Milwaukee, WI 53202

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOBTITLE: Certified Occupational Therapist AssistantREPORTS TO: Therapy Manager

FLSA CATEGORY: Non- Exempt – Hourly

JOB OBJECTIVE: Supports the Occupational Therapist and physician in conducting therapy treatments to improve resident mobility and physical health. Core duties include providing treatments according to the American Occupational Therapy Association and facility standards/procedures. Supports the Occupational Therapist in the treatment of residents to improve quality of life via assisting in the improvement of and/or the prevention of decline in functional ADL, motor ability, and cognitive skills. These skills may be impaired by disease, developmental delay, aging process, or trauma. Works together with all members of the community to uphold and further the mission, vision, principles, and values of Saint John's.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provides services under the direction of licensed occupational therapist.
• Follows treatment plan developed in collaboration with occupational therapist by teaching techniques, such as, the proper method of moving from a bed into a wheelchair, and the best way to stretch and limber muscles.
• Assists in the selection of activities and the development of treatment plans to help patients to function independently.
• Observes, monitors, and records resident’s progress, attitudes, and behavior, providing feedback to Occupational Therapist, and recommending changes to their treatment plans.
• Instructs residents and their families on in-home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
• Performs routine tasks, such as helping residents perform stretches and teaching residents to use specific equipment.
• Uses a variety of tools and equipment, such as special lifts or pulleys to move residents.
• Documents resident care services according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.

All Employees Must Foster Person Centered Care/Professional Integrity and Responsibility

• Act with honesty and openness in all resident/family/ responsible party and employee contacts. Function as Saint John’s Communities Ambassadors to maintain a working environment that values respect, fairness, inclusiveness, and integrity. Promote a responsible workplace in recognition and support of the boundaries of people with whom we work and serve.
• Demonstrate commitment to the person-first philosophy that gives residents the power of choice. Function as a community member within the principles and practices that guide care and services through knowing and honoring the person before the task. In this vein, we will:

• Foster relationships between residents, family and staff.
• Know each person as an individual who can and does make a difference.
• Nurture the spirit as well as the mind and body.
• Promote growth and development for all.
• Create an environment that meets the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and occupational needs of individuals and the community.

QualificationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant Program and Certification.
• Must have effective verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel, and Outlook. Working knowledge of EHR systems is preferred.
• Must have the ability to adapt to changing organization needs and work flexible client/resident scheduling capability to meet needs. Takes appropriate risks (actions) in responding to “customer’s needs”. Responds to changing needs without excessive need for set rules or procedures.
• Must have excellent organization and verbal and written communication skills, be dependable, patient, and flexible. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity.
• Must be professional in actions, neat attire appropriate to the position, excellent customer service skills, and desire to work with and serve older adults.