Occupational Therapy Assistant Senior Living

Reliant Rehabilitation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliant Rehabilitation in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services in assisted living, independent living, or memory care settings under the direction of a licensed OT. You will implement treatment plans, supervise rehab techs as needed, and coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams to promote patient-centered outcomes.

Candidates should be a graduate of an ACOTE-accredited OT program, maintain licensure as required, and be willing to travel

Qualifications

• Graduate of ACOTE accredited school of occupational therapy.
• Maintain state licensure where required.
• Willingness to travel between communities.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a licensed OT, optimize patients' functional abilities.
• Assist in initial evaluations and screenings as appropriate.
• Implement treatment plans and document performance.
• Supervise rehab techs when required and ensure compliant billing/documentation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

ACOTE accredited OT program

Job description

Overview

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*This role is based in an Assisted Living, Independent Living, or Memory Care setting.

Summary:

Provide Occupational Therapy and related services for patients under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) while maintaining positive levels of interaction with communities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of occupational therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provide quality patient care including: ongoing treatment per a plan of care, supervision of Rehab Techs (where required), and case management responsibilities. Maintain professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with communities and clients. Adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding occupational therapy.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the licensed occupational therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients in communities by:
• assist in screening and providing input to initial evaluation of all patients as appropriate
• implement treatment for all assigned patients;
• comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely billing and documentation.
• establish and maintain effective interactions with patient, interdisciplinary team, and other clientele which reflects patient-centered care.
• Provide direct supervision to rehab techs in tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes appropriate utilization of resources and enhances quality of patient in accordance with state practice acts, federal regulations, and Reliant Rehabilitation.
• Build a strong occupational therapy assistant program by participating in the following activates:
  • actively integrating occupational therapy’s role into community and interdisciplinary treatment plan;
  • contributing to community patient care, utilization review, case management, administrative staff / department head, and family conference activities and communications, as directed by the OT;
  • establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with other health care professionals and colleagues in the community;
  • making appropriate referrals to other members of the rehabilitation team;
  • maintaining awareness of changes in patient population, patient conditions, and programs, and keeping the licensed or registered occupational therapist informed directly, and in a timely manner, of patient progress and community issues;
  • adhering to established community policies and procedures related to environmental safety, orderliness, risk management, infection control, and emergency preparedness situations; and
  • adhering to the requirements of the patient’s rights and privacy.
• Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.
• Maintain valid state license (where appropriate). Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of occupational therapy and the health care environment.
• Understands various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
• Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a community.
• This position requires patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a workday/shift. Must be capable of lifting fifty (50) pounds of dead weight alone.
• Maintain confidentiality of Reliant Rehabilitation, community, and patient information.
• Must conduct self in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner at all times.
• Must adhere to the policies, principles, and guidance within the Team Member Handbook and Code of Business Conduct.
• Must be able to travel between communities during scheduled hours.
• Must be able to work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Attends all mandatory meetings, trainings, and assignments as delegated.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Competency:

Prior to beginning patient care for Reliant Rehabilitation, a peer OT may complete a Competency Checklist.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Effective clinical problem-solving skills to include but not limited to: identify and prioritize issues in a responsive manner, develop sound and innovative action plans, execute action plans on a timely basis, and ensure appropriate results
• Be a strong team player
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with a diverse population
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, productive work environment

Education/Experience:

• Graduate of an ACOTE accredited school of occupational therapy.