We are hiring in Carmel NY! Join us for an exciting opportunity as a part time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at 35-38/hr.
Essential Job Functions:
- Administers Occupational Therapy patient care programs as planned with and directed by OTR. Receives direct OTR supervision for 10% of treatment time.
a. Assists the OTR when performing tests, evaluations and/or complex treatment procedures, whenever necessary.
b. Follows established departmental procedures and observes safety precautions during treatment implementation
c. Confers on a daily basis or as deemed necessary with the supervising OTR in order to progress the patient's program effectively.
- Promotes total rehabilitation services and acts as a team member to treatment plan.
- Documents the patient’s progress in the patient’s medical record and maintain the charts in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Provides a written and/or illustrated home exercise program when appropriate.
- Attends and participates in departmental staff and team meetings, in-service programs and continuing education.
- Maintains accurate records of patient treatment and equipment charges and submit required statistical and billing information.
- Write formal progress and/or discharge summary notes (co-signed by OTR) to physician on a timely basis.
- Communicates regularly with physicians and other Allied Health professionals in an effort to provide maximal patient care.
- Participate in departmental program development and take responsibility for special clinics and programs as assigned.
- Assist in the maintenance and organization of the work area and equipment noting safety and serviceable defects.
Education and Experience:
- Associates degree in Occupational Therapy from a school approved by the AOTA and AMA
- Registered or eligible for registry by the AOTA
- Current license by the State Board of Registration in Medicine
- CPR certified or eligibility for certification
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Equal Opportunity Employer
