Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

The Suffield House Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Suffield (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Suffield House Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Connecticut is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our rehabilitation team. The successful candidate will collaborate with OTRs to implement treatment plans and support residents’ functional goals.

Responsibilities include observing progress, documenting outcomes, selecting therapy activities, and instructing residents and families in health-promoting habits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Licensed COTA in good standing as required by law.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Observe and record resident progress and behaviors.
• Record and maintain resident information to conform with regulations and facility standards.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward patient care and treatment programs.
• Monitor residents' performance in therapy activities and provide encouragement.
• Select therapy activities matching residents' needs and capabilities.
• Instruct residents and families in health/habits and occupation-related activities.
• Instruct residents in care and use of adaptive equipment/technology.
• Assist OTRs with implementing treatment plans to promote independence.
• Provide progress updates to supervising therapists.
• Alter treatment programs as needed to achieve results.
• Support other departments and attend meetings as needed.

Skills

English literacy

Read and follow instructions

Work hours flexibility

Education

Licensed COTA

Associate degree in OT

Job description

We welcome anyone who is interested to come into the facility and fill out an application. Please include a letter of recommendation.

TITLE OF SUPERVISOR: Director of Rehabilitation

REQUIREMENTS - Education / Experience

• Associate degree from an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Licensed COTA in good standing as required by law.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment. Working Conditions: Works in an appropriately lighted and ventilated environment. Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required - bending, stooping, turning, stretching, and reaching above the shoulders are involved.
• To meet the position requirements, must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics / equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

1. 1. Accountability The demonstrated ability for ownership of all actions and behaviors in fulfilling job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the organization’s Mission and values. Includes attending all required and mandatory annual in-services.
2. 2. Communication The demonstrated ability to present ideas and information in a concise, effective, and interpersonally appropriate manner, through written and oral forms. Recognizes emergency situations and responds and / or communicates appropriately. Willingly discusses any problems, needs, or concerns which arise with Supervisor.
3. 3. Customer Service The demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external customers, including but not limited to coworkers, residents, families, and physicians. Effective customer service behavior is characterized by continually striving to exceed all customer expectations. Service is characterized by responsible and caring stewardship, which assures the dignity of all individuals and the effectiveness of the organization.
4. 4. Teamwork The demonstrated ability to establish effective relationships with both internal and external customers with coworkers, residents, families, and physicians. Willingly assists other personnel if requested. Teamwork is working toward a shared purpose or goal by collaboration, partnering or cooperating with others.
5. 5. Trust and Respect The demonstrated ability to be both trustworthy and trusting of others while respecting the needs of all residents, family, and coworkers. Modeling the goals and philosophies expressed in the organizations Mission and Code of Ethics. This competency is characterized by those actions and behaviors that contribute to creating an environment where all individuals are treated equitably and with dignity and who rights are respected and upheld.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

1. 1. Able to complete assignments in a timely manner.
2. 2. Ability to function independently, with minimal supervision and make independent decisions when warranted.
3. 3. Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and remains calm during emergency situations.
4. 4. Understands and upholds the Resident’s Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential.
5. 5. Follow and comply with all State and Federal regulations as well as established Personnel Policies and Procedures.
6. 6. Maintain all pertinent records in a timely, efficient, and confidential manner.
7. 7. Project a professional image always.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. 1. Observe and record resident/patient progress, attitudes, and behaviors.
2. 2. Record and maintain resident/patient information to conform with regulations and facility standards.
3. 3. Maintain and promote a positive attitude toward patient/resident and their treatment Program.
4. 4. Monitor resident/patient's performance in therapy activities, providing encouragement utilizing therapeutic use of self.
5. 5. Select therapy activities which match the residents’/patients’ needs, capabilities, interests, and occupational profile.
6. 6. Instruct and/or or assist in instructing resident/patient and families in the creation/promotion of health/habits, establishment/restoration/remediation of health, maintenance of health/wellness, modification/facilitation/compensation, or adaption of occupation and/or the prevention of disability.
7. 7. Instruct resident/patient in the care and use of adaptive equipment/technology.
8. 8. Assist OTRs with implementing treatment plans designed to help resident/patient function independently.
9. 9. Provide verbal or written updates on residents’/patients’ progress, attitudes, and behavior to supervising Occupational Therapist and/or health care professionals.
10. 10. Alter treatment Programs to obtain results if treatment is not having the intended effect.
11. 11. Support other departments when needed including performing other related duties and attends meetings as may be deemed necessary by Supervisor / Administrator and or Director.