Occupational Therapy Assistant (Full Time - OTA) - Aspire Physical Recovery

Restore Therapy Services; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Physical Recovery in Hoover, AL is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). The OTA provides therapy to patients in a skilled nursing facility under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and uses a variety of therapeutic techniques to support patient progress.

Candidates must have an Associate Degree from an acredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program or currently be enrolled.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an acredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program or currently enrolled.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients in a SNF setting under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Use creative therapy interventions specific to the patients’ interests and needs to obtain positive patient outcomes and progress.
• Participate as an interdisciplinary team member to determine potential patient needs, plans of care, and functional maintenance programs.
• Accurately complete documentation of patient progress within designated time period. Document clearly to show the medical necessity of the patient care to justify the plan of treatment.
• Demonstrate the ability to utilize the computer system effectively, adhering to company policy.

Education

Associate Degree from an acredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (Full Time - OTA) - Aspire Physical Recovery

Candidates must have an Associate Degree from an acredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program or currently be enrolled.

Provide therapy to patients in a SNF setting under the supervision of an OccupationalTherapistusinga variety of therapeutic techniques. Treat patients with respect, dignity, and privacy and motivate themto participate in therapy treatment, while adheringto the plan of treatment established by the Occupational Therapist. Use creative therapy interventions specific to the patients’ interests and needs to obtainpositive patient outcomes and progress. Participate as an interdisciplinary team member to determine potential patient needs, plans of care, and functional maintenance programs. Accurately complete documentationof patient progresswithindesignated time period. Document clearly to show the medical necessity of the patient care to justify the plan of treatment. Demonstrate the ability to utilize the computer system effectively, adhering to company policy.