Occupational Therapy Assistant, OTA - Home Health

Interim Healthcare Mid-Atlantic; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for home health services in Reading, PA. This per-diem position has the potential to transition to part-time or full-time. Responsibilities include assessing patients, developing care plans, and providing therapy. Candidates must have relevant licensure and experience. Flexible evening hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an occupational therapy assistant required.
• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited OTA program eligible for NBCOT certification.
• Preferred two years of relevant OTA experience within the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Participate in interdisciplinary assessment and care plan development.
• Document patient’s progress and response to treatment.
• Provide patient education and promote independence in daily living activities.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Technical reading and interpretation

Education

Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited OTA program

Current licensure as an OTA

Tools

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Auto liability insurance

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapy Assistant, OTA - Home Health at Interim Healthcare Mid-Atlantic. This role is currently for Per-Diem with potential to transition to part-time or full-time. Location: Reading, PA / Berks County.

Base pay range
$35.00/visit

Responsibilities

• Participate in ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of the patient.
• Act under the direction and supervision of the treating occupational therapist and in accordance with the plan of care.
• Participate in the development and evaluation of the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s).
• Provide services ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care.
• Assist the treating occupational therapist in documenting the patient’s progress and response to treatment.
• Teach task-oriented therapeutic activities designed to restore physical function and sensory-integrative function.
• Teach compensatory techniques to improve independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Complete and submit timely, legible, accurate clinical documentation addressing treatment, patient response, and progress toward goals in accordance with standards and policies.
• Counsel and educate the patient and family and other caregivers to promote patient progress toward mutual goals.
• Communicate effectively with other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote care coordination and discharge planning.
• Coordinate with physicians and other health care practitioners related to the current plan of care.
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs and in-services or training as requested.
• Participate in the Office’s Emergency Preparedness program as requested.
• Complete other assignments as requested and assigned.
• Access and handle patient information in compliance with privacy policies and regulations.

Licensure, Education & Experience

• Current licensure as an occupational therapy assistant in the state(s) where practice is performed, or applicable regulation.
• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program and eligible to take or have completed the NBCOT certification examination.
• In the last five (5) years, two (2) years of relevant experience as an OTA is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Provide proof of current CPR certification as required by policy.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with all levels of staff and patients.
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions related to patient care and equipment.
• Ability to observe and assess patient status visually and auditorily.
• Ability to adapt to changes based on patient needs and scheduling.
• Ability to provide proof of valid driver’s license, if applicable.
• Ability to provide proof of valid auto liability insurance if driving to assignments.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort

• Frequent travel within geographic area served by the office.
• Meet health requirements to provide patient care as required by law or regulation.
• Work is typically performed in residences, facilities, schools, or occupational settings.
• Occasional exposure to infectious materials with appropriate safety precautions.
• Flexible schedule and/or evening hours as needed.
• Ability to lift, reposition, and transfer patients, and to perform related physical tasks (may involve lifting or moving up to 50 lbs. or more).

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.