Occupational Therapy Asst

Paycom - ATS; Saint Clair Shores (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Healthcare Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(K) with Company Match

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Professional License Fee Reimbursement

Job summary

Rivetus is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide treatments per established plans under supervision, contribute to program development, and participate in care conferences. You will document care, coordinate with other disciplines, and assist in discharge planning, while supervising students and representing the OT department to families and staff.

Successful candidates must have an accredited OTA program and Michigan licensure, with the ability to adapt to patient needs

Qualifications

• Accredited OTA program completion required.
• State licensure as required by Michigan.
• Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative.
• Ability to adapt to patient needs and family communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatment to patients per plan under supervision.
• Contribute to development and implementation of treatment and progression.
• Participate in patient care conferences and program development.
• Complete documentation and adhere to policies and standards.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for total patient care.
• Ensure delivery of quality care and contribute to discharge planning.
• Perform all OTA duties and supervise students/volunteers.
• Represent the OT Department to family, visitors and staff.

Skills

Professional judgement

Initiative

Flexibility

Effective communication

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

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: ShorePointe- 26001 East Jefferson St. Clair Shores, MI 48081Schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday (OR) Sunday-Thursday (Flexible Scheduling Available)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 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.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Successful completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant programLicensure as required by the State of MichiganSkills 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 PayHealthcare and Supplemental Insurance OptionsPaid Time Off401(K) with Company MatchContinuing Education ReimbursementProfessional License Fee Reimbursement