Occupational Therapy Assistant

Paycom - ATS; Riverview (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Weekend Pay

Holiday Pay

Medical coverage

Job summary

Rivetus Team in Riverview, MI seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our rehabilitation team. You will provide OT treatment under supervision, contribute to care plans, and document care per standards.

The role emphasizes discharge planning assistance and collaboration with other disciplines to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. The ideal candidate has an accredited OTA program and Michigan licensure, strong communication, and the physical ability to assist with patients of

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Licensure as required by the State of Michigan.
• Ability to work with diverse patient needs with empathy.

Responsibilities

• Provide OTA treatments per established treatment plan.
• Document care and maintain medical records accuracy and reimbursement guidance.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for effective total patient care.
• Assist in discharge planning and provide patient/family instruction.
• Supervise students and volunteers.

Skills

Professional judgment

Initiative

Flexibility

Communication

Patient handling

Education

Accredited OTA program

Job description

Join the Rivetus Team!Rivetus has been serving the geriatric Post-Acute community since 1998. We are a specialized rehabilitation company operated and managed at the executive level by licensed clinicians. Our unique perspective combines superior knowledge of the healthcare regulatory industry with a passion for positive patient outcomes. We incorporate solid business practices with skill and compassion to provide superior service, expedite healing, and enhance the quality of life for patients recovering in skilled nursing facilities.Facility Location: Belle Fountain-18591 Quarry Road, Riverview, MI 48193Schedule: Full-Time Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday (Premium Weekend Pay!)General Summary:Provides occupational therapy treatment to patients according to the established treatment plan under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. Contributes to the development, implementation of, and progression of patient treatment and modifies treatment as necessary. Participates in patent care conferences and program development. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures and current standards of clinical practice.Role Summary:Provides occupational therapy treatments consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the A.O.T.A. for the Occupational Therapist Assistant.Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical record as it relates to accuracy, continuity of care and reimbursement guidelines.Coordinates with other disciplines for effective total patient care.Assures delivery of quality care.Participates in the discharge planning process to ensure continued patient care as needed and provide patient and family instruction.Performs all the duties and responsibilities of an OTA.Contributes to a team philosophy within the department and the company and promotes the same among staff.Delegates work assignments, responsibilities, and patients to support staff as needed.Supervises students and volunteers.Represents the Occupational Therapy Department to family, visitors, and personnel and attends care conferences as requested.Effectively communicates with department staff, company personnel, patients and families and department head.Secures equipment for patients and department supplies as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Successful completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant programLicensure as required by the State of MIchiganSkills and Abilities:Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions.Initiative and flexibility in the work environment.Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and their families.Physical Ability to bend, position, transfer and lift patients weighing from 80 pounds to over 300 pounds, without restriction, utilizing lifting devices clinically recommended for the patient.Employee Benefits:Competitive Pay/PTO PackageAffordable Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield MI.401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.Holiday PayReimbursement for Professional Licensure and CEU Credits.