Occupational Therapy Assistant: Rehab & Independence Support

LEXINGTON in; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington in is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Occupational Therapist in delivering resident-centered care and implementing treatment plans.

You will document meticulously, maintain a safe environment, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and participate in care conferences. The role emphasizes education for residents and families, equipment recommendations, and adherence to licensure and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state.
• Associate degree from an accredited COTA program and proficiency with health IT systems.
• CPR certification may be required by licensure.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicates routinely with the supervising occupational therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs; i.e., adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Tools

Net Health

Point Click Care

Job description

Lexington in is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Occupational Therapist in delivering resident-centered care and implementing treatment plans.

You will document meticulously, maintain a safe environment, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and participate in care conferences. The role emphasizes education for residents and families, equipment recommendations, and adherence to licensure and confidentiality.