PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant

Dover Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Health seeks an Occupational Therapist Assistant to support patients daily, promoting physical, personal, and emotional well-being toward max self-care and independence. You will work with the Dover Health team to return patients to their best level of function.

Responsibilities include supervising therapists, updating care plans, educating patients and families, and coordinating care across settings. Excellent communication, collaboration, and commitment to values are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state(s) of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification.
• Current and valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current liability auto insurance.
• Ability to work well with others and take direction from management, as well as take initiative.
• Self-motivated to accomplish identified goals with accountability for results.
• Proficiency in Internet browsers, Microsoft Office, EHR systems, and HR systems if applicable.
• Commitment to Dover Health’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of Occupational therapists, within practice standards and laws.
• Observe, record, and report patient reactions and changes to supervising staff.
• Collaborate with OT in updating plan of care and coordinating interprofessional care.
• Educate patients and families about home care, safety, and assistive devices.
• Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities.
• Engage in activities that promote patient safety and regulatory compliance.
• Pursue professional development and lifelong learning.

Skills

OT Assistant license

CPR/BLS certification

Driver's license & reliable transport

Team collaboration

Self-motivation & accountability

EHR proficiency & MS Office

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant license

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Publisher)

Internet browsers (Explorer, Chrome, Firefox)

Job description

Description

The Occupational Therapist Assistant will have the opportunity to connect with and positively impact the lives of our patients daily! You will promote the physical, personal, and emotional well-being of patients and work with the Dover Health teams to strive to reach the ultimate goal, which is to return the patient to their maximum level of self-care and independence, when possible.

Essential Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervision of Occupational therapists, within the Standards of Practice for Occupational Therapy, and in compliance with the applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Observe, record, and report the client’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the client’s condition to the supervising Occupational Therapist, physician, Director of Nursing, Administrator and/or Clinical Supervisor as needed and in accordance with agency policies.
• Collaborate with the Occupational Therapist in updating the plan of care as necessary and promoting coordination of care through interprofessional or interdisciplinary communication in accordance with the agency policies.
• Educate patients and their families or caregivers about managing patient’s illness or injury, including home care needs, home safety, and use of assistive and adaptive devices.
• Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities and acting as a resource to other health care personnel in meeting patient's needs.
• Participate in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in professional development and lifelong learning activities.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand/move, communicate, and identify written information. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently; occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Education And/or Experience

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state(s) of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification.
• Current and valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current liability auto insurance.
• Ability to work well with others and take direction from management, as well as take initiative - willing to go above and beyond to ensure our patients needs are met and they are comfortable in their living environment.
• Self-motivated to accomplish identified goals with a strong sense of accountability for results.
• Be able to demonstrate proficiency in Internet browsers (e.g., Explorer, Chrome, and Fire Fox), Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Excel, Word and Publisher, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and any HR related systems if applicable.
• Commitment to Dover Health’s mission and values.

Working Conditions

• This position may involve a range of physical activities, including those outlined in the Essential Duties, but is not limited to them.
• Frequent travel within assigned service area is required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time, move, communicate, and identify written information. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to two hundred (200) pounds with assistance.
• Work for this position is performed in patient homes, care settings/facilities, and office settings. This position will have to navigate through a variety of different settings to provide care.
• There is exposure to varied home environments and potential infectious conditions.
• Must comply with all Dover Health and safety requirements.
• This role involves actively participating in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale. The individual will contribute as a collaborative team player, working alongside colleagues to create a supportive and cohesive work environment.
• Individuals in this position are required to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives. They are expected to actively pursue self-improvement and embrace opportunities for continuous learning to enhance their skills and knowledge in providing exceptional service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.