Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - PRN - Victoria Southeast LTACH
Company: Post Acute Medical
Location: Victoria
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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Job Description:
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)The Occupational Therapy
Assistant, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, is
responsible for direct patient care, planning and implementing
specific treatment programs for individual patients according to
the principles and practices of occupational therapy in the Post
Acute Medical system. The Occupational Therapy Assistant/Licensed
Occupational Therapy Assistant must be flexible to meet the needs
of the system within many different facilities. Performs other
related duties as assigned or requested.RESPONSIBILITIES---
Executes appropriate treatment plans for patients, as recommended
by the occupational therapist.--- Demonstrates competency in
accordance with hospital policy, procedures and practices.---
Instructs patients in equipment use per physical therapist's
recommendations.--- Identifies and implements appropriate
patient/family education in consultation with physical
therapist.--- Completes accurate records to ensure correct
documentation (i.e., charge sheets, treatment records, medical
record documents) in an appropriate timeframe and in accordance
with Post Acute's policies and procedures. Assures the accuracy,
completeness, and timeliness of charge capture per system, hospital
or clinic, and department policies and procedures.--- Completes
accurate and timely reports for any unusual occurrences which occur
to patients, visitors, staff, or self, and actively uses safety
measures to prevent avoidable injuries.--- Communicates patient
status at care conferences.--- Assists and collaborates with the
medical director, physician or consultants and other staff members
of the rehabilitation team in circumstances where joint efforts are
necessary.--- Participates in staff meetings.--- Participates in
inservices to disseminate professional and/or administrative
knowledge and/or policies.--- Assists with the maintenance of
hospital or clinic equipment; reporting need for repairs and
replacements when necessary.--- Participates in specialized
training for program development when requested by
Director.QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Training: Licensed as OTA in
the state where the hospital or clinic resides. Current BLS
certification required.Experience: One year of clinical experience
preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:--- Verbal ability to
facilitate communication with professional medical staff, patients
and their families, and the public.--- Numerical ability to
understand clinical data.--- Acts in accordance with a
well-developed sense of professional and ethical values.--- Needs
good motor coordination to handle patients and equipment safely.---
Able to function in repetitive and/or changing tasks with ease.---
Able to work and reason independently, logically, impartially and
accurately.--- Able to provide leadership and direction within
her/his duties for the optimal functioning of the team.--- Able to
accept and utilize advice and constructive criticism.--- Openness
and willingness to modify work style in order to meet patient and
hospital or clinic needs.--- Willingness to assume more
responsibility.ABOUT USPAM Health is committed to being the most
trusted source for post-acute services in every community it serves
by utilizing experienced and dedicated staff to provide high
quality patient care and customer service. With over 44 Long Term
Acute Care and Rehabilitation hospitals and 16 Outpatient Clinics
currently in operation across the country, we are proud to offer
services including comprehensive wound care, aquatic therapy,
ventilator weaning, amputation treatment, pain management and much
more.Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a collaborative
environment with colleagues and leadership with exposure to a
variety of patient care levels. Aside from our competitive pay,
generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you
will also have opportunities for professional growth through our
Education Advancement Program.We are excited to learn more about
you and hope that you consider joining us on a shared mission to
improve the lives of others by being an integral part of our We
Care Program. Please take a moment to visit us online at - for a
comprehensive look at how we're able to positively impact our local
communities.PAM Health does not discriminate and does not permit
discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or
harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color,
religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or
mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression or HIV status, or based on association with another
person on account of that person's actual or perceived race, color,
religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or
mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression or HIV status.
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