Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN

Covenant Care, Corp.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Tallahassee, FL, to deliver care in clients' homes under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role involves implementing treatment plans, educating clients and families, and contributing to interdisciplinary team efforts. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and licenses, with a focus on patient-centered care and effective communication. This part-time position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Graduate from accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.
• At least 1 year of work experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Current Florida Occupational Therapist Assistant License required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medically prescribed Occupational Therapy to clients at home.
• Participate in developing and implementing the plan of care.
• Maintain necessary records and submit clinical documentation timely.

Skills

Client care

Teaching

Team coordination

Time management

Education

AS degree from accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Current Florida Occupational Therapist Assistant License

CPR certification

Job description

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN
Tallahassee, FL

Part-time

Description

Description

Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for providing medically prescribed Occupational Therapy to clients in the home in accordance with agency policies. Participates in developing and implementing the plan of care with goals and documentation appropriate to discipline guidelines. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to perform client care and teaching specific to OT. Must be able to function as part of the team to promote quality care, as well as coordinating care and supervising other team members as needed. Able to adapt to unexpected/unusual situations and continue to function efficiently and effectively.

III. Qualifications:

• AS degree and graduation from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant Program required. Work experience of at least one year as an occupational Therapist Assistant. Able to prioritize and manage time effectively and make independent decisions when necessary.
• Current Florida Occupational Therapist Assistant License.
• CPR certification.
• Current driver’s license with access to an auto and required insurance coverage.

IV. Job Relations:

• Reports to: Occupational Therapist/Clinical Manager
• Main Duties & Responsibilities:
• Performs occupational therapy procedures on clients for whom these have been medically prescribed and establishes measurable goals with OT.
• Teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients and family members as delegated and supervised by the therapist.
• Translates all exercises into functional activities or activities of daily living.
• Develops needed plan for modifying equipment, appliances, and the physical surroundings in client’s home.
• Confers periodically with the OT and attending physicians regarding client’s progress. Reports to them the physical and emotional condition and reactions to treatment and interprets social and physical factors in the environment that affect client care.
• Interprets to the client and family the implications of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the physician.
• Helps the family accept responsibility for providing care.
• Helps individuals and families to accept and adjust positively to physical, mental, and social limitations.
• Assess client’s progress towards goals on an ongoing basis, suggest changes in the therapy program as necessary, under the physician’s direction and the OT’s direction.
  Teaches basic principles of good posture and body mechanics in relation to changing needs of individuals in all age groups.
• Maintains necessary records.
• Provides advisory and consultation services to staff.
• Demonstrates rehabilitation procedures and supportive activities on selected clients to nurses responsible for follow-up services.
• Participates in the interdisciplinary team conferences.
• Notes progress towards discharge planning. Communicates with OT and other disciplines regarding discharge planning.
• Maintains an understanding of the company’s scope of services.
• Understands the infrastructure and how and where to transfer calls in the company.
• Maintains a professional image.
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences as required.
• Submits clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.
• Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client confidentiality at all times.