Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) In House 018

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their skilled nursing facility. In this vital role, you will plan and implement individualized therapy services, ensuring the highest quality of care for residents. Your expertise will be essential in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a dedicated interdisciplinary team. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions. If you are passionate about occupational therapy and committed to enhancing patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• MUST have active OTA licensure in state(s) of practice.
• Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings to determine the best treatment for residents.
• Perform treatment plans and ensure proper documentation.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Assessment

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for an In-house Skilled Nursing Facility

Job Type: PRN positions available

Job Purpose: To plan, organize, develop, and direct Occupational Therapy Services in facility in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be directed by Administrator, to ensure that highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times.

Job Functions

• Conduct regular screening of residents to figure out the best intervention or treatment for each individual patient based off scope of practice
• Perform treatment plan to residents; follow short and long term goals and methods to achieve goals based off of the established plan of care by supervising therapist
• Interpret and communicate evaluation findings, treatment plans, and recommendations to residents, families/caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Establish individual resident therapy schedules in cooperation with other team members
• Conduct therapy according to established treatment plan and ensure proper documentation and billing of occupational therapy services
• Perform all other duties as assigned and as required to effectively treat patients
• Comply with all CMS documentation standards of practice daily with point of care documentations as indicated

Education & Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy
• MUST have active OTA licensure in state(s) of practice