OT Assistant: Direct Patient Care & Rehab Support

GLISAN in; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

GLISAN in is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant/OTA/COTA to assist the Staff OT with patient care in a healthcare setting. The role requires licensure as an OTA in the state, and benefits include medical, dental, vision and 401K for full-time employees.

Pay rate is $40-45 per hour. Responsibilities include direct patient care, documentation, discharge planning, and collaboration with the health team.

Qualifications

• Licensed OTA in the state
• Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
• Ability to read technical procedures and manuals
• Ability to present information to managers, coworkers and families
• Maintain continuing education requirements per state practice

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board.
• Treat patients per physician treatment plan.
• Assist nursing with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate patient progress with supervisor and health team members.
• Participate in in-services training for staff.
• Record evaluations and documentation per policy and government/third-party payer requirements.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct families or nursing staff in maintenance and caregiver training for discharge.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Report equipment problems to maintain good working order.
• Relate positively with patients, families, staff and colleagues.

Skills

Licensed OTA

Patient care

Communication

Documentation

Education

Licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

GLISAN in is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant/OTA/COTA to assist the Staff OT with patient care in a healthcare setting. The role requires licensure as an OTA in the state, and benefits include medical, dental, vision and 401K for full-time employees.

Pay rate is $40-45 per hour. Responsibilities include direct patient care, documentation, discharge planning, and collaboration with the health team.