OT Assistant PRN

Amedisys, Inc.; Thomasville (AL, NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing skilled interventions and supporting patients in their journey to health and well-being. Your expertise will be vital in promoting occupational engagement and ensuring that patients receive the highest level of care. With a flexible schedule and competitive pay, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while advancing your career in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about helping others and have the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Pay

Per Diem

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant.
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions under the direction of an Occupational Therapist.
• Documents each visit according to regulatory standards.
• Promotes wellness through occupational engagement.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Care

Documentation Skills

Communication

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

CPR Certification

Job description

Overview

Per Diem

Flex Schedule

Responsible for promoting, facilitating, and maintaining health, well-being, and participation in life through engagement in occupation under the supervision of and in partnership with an Occupational Therapist.

Competitive Pay

$24.00/hr -$44.50/hr

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Responsibilities

1. Provides skilled interventions in accordance with the physician approved plan of care and under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
2. Provides documentation of each visit according to AOTA Documentation Guidelines and accepted regulatory standards for inclusion in the patient's clinical record.
3. Observes, records, and reports the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising OT, physician, and other appropriate clinical staff.
4. Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
5. Promotes wellness and prevention by promotion of occupational engagement.
6. Participates in patient care conferences, in-services, chart audit activities, quality improvement activities, including OBQI and OBQM, and peer-review activities.
7. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to the Occupational Therapist-client relationship.
8. Demonstrates knowledge of available community resources/services. Makes recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the care center that admitted the patient/client.
9. Keeps abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge for the service provision, documentation skills, and care coordination.
10. Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required-

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant specific to state the employee is assigned to work by the Company.
• Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
• (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTE;
• And, is eligible to take, or has successfully completed, the entry-level certification examination for occupational therapy assistants developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT).
• One (1+) year related occupational therapy experience to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide occupational therapy services to patients.
• If less than one (1) year experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or residency program established.
• Current CPR certification.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.