OT Assistant: Elevate Patient Care & Rehab Team

Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, Kentucky is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide occupational therapy services under the guidance of a licensed occupational therapist. The ideal candidate will ensure quality patient care while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, supervising rehabilitation technicians, and ensuring effective communication with the patient's interdisciplinary team. Candidates must have a valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Valid state Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in screening and providing input to initial evaluations.
• Implement treatment for assigned patients as per the plan of care.
• Maintain patient-centered interactions with patients and staff.
• Provide direct supervision to rehabilitation technicians.
• Participate in utilization review and case management as directed.
• Communicate patient progress in a timely manner.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Basic internet navigation

Education

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program

Valid state Occupational Therapy Assistant license

Job description

Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, Kentucky is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide occupational therapy services under the guidance of a licensed occupational therapist. The ideal candidate will ensure quality patient care while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, supervising rehabilitation technicians, and ensuring effective communication with the patient's interdisciplinary team. Candidates must have a valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.