Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Beaufort Nursing and Rehab; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort Nursing and Rehab in Beaufort, South Carolina is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to help patients achieve independence and function. You will work under the Occupational Therapist to implement treatment plans and document progress in the medical record.

You will communicate with patients, families, and the care team, participate in discharge planning, and attend interdisciplinary meetings as required, ensuring Medicare and other reimbursement regulations are

Qualifications

• Must be a certified occupational therapy assistant in good standing.
• Experience in a rehab setting preferred.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and document progress accurately.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with patients, clients, and team members, and maintain documentation of services in the medical record
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients, and team members
• Consistently attend work and provide appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off
• Maintain productivity standards and demonstrate knowledge of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations
• Treat patients according to treatment plans established by the Occupational Therapist, record clinical documentation, and record daily treatment charges
• Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs, participate in discharge planning, and communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress and problems
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Time management

Job description

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team at Beaufort Nursing and Rehab in Beaufort, South Carolina. As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our patients achieve their highest level of independence and function. If you are passionate about occupational therapy and committed to delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with patients, clients, and team members, and maintain documentation of services in the medical record
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients, and team members
• Consistently attend work and provide appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off
• Maintain productivity standards and demonstrate consistent knowledge of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations

Essential Functions:

• Treat patients according to treatment plans established by the Occupational Therapist, record clinical documentation, and record daily treatment charges
• Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs, participate in discharge planning, and communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress and problems
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed