Occupational Therapy Assistant (Full Time - OTA) - Opp Nursing Home

Restore Therapy Services; Alabama; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Restore Therapy Services is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant for a full-time role in a nursing home. The OTA will provide therapy to patients in a SNF setting under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, delivering interventions tailored to patient interests and needs.

Responsibilities include interdisciplinary collaboration, documenting progress and medical necessity, and using the computer system per policy to maintain accurate records and ensure quality care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited OTA program or currently enrolled.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to patients in a SNF setting under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Use therapeutic techniques to promote progress and motivate patient participation.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to determine patient needs and care plans.
• Complete patient progress documentation clearly and timely to show medical necessity.
• Demonstrate proficient use of the computer system in accordance with policy.

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (Full Time - OTA) - Opp Nursing Home

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.

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