Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN

Rivetus Rehab; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Eligibility & matching after 3 M

Job summary

Rivetus Rehab in Columbus, OH seeks a part-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (PRN) to deliver therapy under supervision, assisting in treatment plan development and progression for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities.

You will document care, coordinate with other disciplines, and contribute to patient discharge planning, while maintaining professional and ethical standards and ensuring quality care.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited OT Assistant program.
• Licensure as required by the State of Ohio.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures and current standards of clinical practice.
• Coordinates with other disciplines for effective total patient care.
• Participates in discharge planning to ensure continued patient care as needed.

Skills

Professional judgement

Initiative

Flexibility

Communication with patients

Education

Successful completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Licensure as required by the State of Ohio

Job description

Rivetus provides therapy services distinguished by integrity and innovation. Rivetus employees have a passion for improving the lives of our patients through skilled rehabilitation methodologies delivered professionally and ethically.

Available Opportunities with Rivetus:

Position:Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN

Location: New Albany - 5691 Thompson Road

Columbus, OH

Job Id:2405

# of Openings:1

Join the Rivetus Team!

Rivetus has been serving the geriatric Post-Acute community since 1998. We are a specialized rehabilitation company operated and managed at the executive level by licensed clinicians. Our unique perspective combines superior knowledge of the healthcare regulatory industry with a passion for positive patient outcomes. We incorporate solid business practices with skill and compassion to provide superior service, expedite healing, and enhance the quality of life for patients recovering in skilled nursing facilities.

Facility Location: New Albany - 5691 Thompson Road Columbus, OH 43230

Schedule: PRN/Contingent

Rate: $35/hr

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 patent 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 ensure 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.
• Perform other duty as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Licensureas required by the State of Ohio

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:

• 401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.