District Wide Occupational Therapy Assistant

Breathitt County Schools; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Breathitt County Schools is seeking a District Wide Therapy Assistant to support occupational therapy services across the district. The role combines clerical duties with assisting therapists in implementing treatment programs for students.

Responsibilities include maintaining student records, communicating with parents and staff, and helping with home programs and equipment. Must hold CPR/First Aid and Kentucky OTA licensure, and work requires collaboration with a diverse school community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in physical or occupational therapy work.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
• Candidates must be able to maintain confidential student records.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties and assist with therapy programs for therapists.
• Check-in, weigh and measure patients and complete forms.
• Assist therapists with therapy activities for children and adapt equipment as needed.
• Maintain confidential medical charts and progress notes.
• Communicate with parents and school staff about home programs and equipment.
• Ensure proper operation of medical and therapy equipment and safety protocols.

Skills

Clerical duties

Therapy assistance

CPR

First Aid

Record-keeping

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years therapy experience

Tools

Medical equipment handling

Job description

District Wide Occupational Therapy Assistant JobID: 862

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ HEALTH SERVICES COORDINATOR
• Date Posted: 8/12/2024
• Location: DISTRICT WIDE
• Date Available: ASAP

LOCAL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION PLAN

SUMMARY CLASS TITLE: THERAPY ASSISTANT

BASIC FUNCTION:

Perform a variety of clerical duties and assist with physical or occupational treatment programs and other activities in support of responsibilities of the Therapist; administer treatment and implement programs as assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Perform a variety of clerical duties and assist with physical or occupational treatment programs and other activities in support of responsibilities of the Therapist.
• Administer treatment and implement programs as assigned.
• Check-in, weigh and measure patients and complete appropriate forms according to established procedures.
• Assist the Therapist with therapy as directed; provide routine therapy programs for children; position children in chairs and specialized equipment; perform CPR according to established guidelines as needed.
• Establish and maintain confidential medical charts for individual patients; maintain client files; assist with preparing reports as directed; document student progress; file reports as required.
• Communicate with parents and school personnel in establishing individualized programs.
• Assist Therapist in communicating with parents concerning home programs, equipment and other therapy related matters; accompany therapists making home visits with clients for the purpose of providing follow-up care or assist with equipment.
• Recommend individual equipment needs and modifications to the Therapist; assist in adapting, fabricating and maintaining equipment as necessary.
• Participate in providing in-service programs for school district personnel; serve on education committees related to therapy services as assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of research, practices and technological advances in the field as required; maintain library of reference material involving resources, medical equipment and other information.
• Utilize and operate a variety of office and medical equipment including personal computer, typewriter, copier, wheelchairs, gurneys, lifts, walkers, crutches, prone standers, standing tables, communications equipment, whirlpools, parallel bars, paraffin bath, weight scales and telephone as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Correct oral and written usage of English.
• Modern medical practices, procedures and equipment.
• CPR techniques and procedures

KNOWLEDGE OF - continued:

• Basic problems and concerns of handicapped children and families with handicapped children.
• Basic medical terminology.
• Alpha and numeric filing systems.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform a variety of clerical duties and assist with therapy treatments and other activities in support of responsibilities of the Therapist.
• Utilize and operate a variety of office and medical equipment including personal computer, typewriter, copier, wheelchairs, gurneys, lifts, walkers, crutches, prone standers, standing tables, communications equipment, whirlpools, parallel bars, paraffin bath, weight scales and telephone.
• Maintain records and files and assist in the preparation of reports.
• Perform CPR according to established guidelines.
• Lift children and equipment according to established guidelines.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Compile and verify data.
• Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Learn department and program objectives and goals.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Type at an acceptable rate of speed.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Work confidentially with discretion.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and two years of experience in physical or occupational therapy work.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid CPR and First Aid Certificates.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

Current licensure as Occupational Therapist Assistant in Kentucky

Working Condition:-Rural area with approximately 1500 students.

Application Procedure

State Law authorizes this school to require a criminal history background check and a letter from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the applicant is clear to hire based on no findings of substantiated child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records as a condition of employment for this type of position.

Breathitt County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Breathitt County Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Breathitt County Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.