Occupational Therapy Assistant-Pay Premium

Rivetus Rehabilitation; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & PTO

Health insurance

401k match after 3 months

Holiday pay

Licensure/CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Rivetus Rehabilitation in Shelby Township, MI is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide treatment under supervision, following established plans and contributing to patient progress.

You will complete documentation, collaborate with the care team, participate in care conferences, and assist with discharge planning while maintaining standards of practice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program.
• Michigan licensure required or as mandated by state.
• Ability to analyze problems and propose solutions.
• Adaptability in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide OTA services under supervision per treatment plan.
• Document care accurately to support continuity and reimbursement.
• Collaborate with other disciplines for comprehensive care.
• Assist in discharge planning and patient/family instruction.
• Delegate tasks and supervise students/volunteers when present.

Skills

Professional judgment

Initiative

Communication with patients andfamilie

Education

Accredited OTA program

Michigan state licensure

Job description

Facility Location

41600 Schoenherr Rd, Shelby Township, MI 48315

Schedule

• Full Time (Tuesday–Saturday) – Hourly Premium
• Full Time (Sunday–Thursday) – Hourly Premium
• Full Time (Monday–Friday)

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 patient 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 insure 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Licensure as required by the State of Michigan

Skills 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 Package
• Affordable Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield MI.
• 401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.
• Holiday Pay
• Reimbursement for Professional Licensure and CEU Credits.