Occupational Therapist Assistant, PRN

Description

This role will support the Occupational Therapist and physician in conducting therapy treatments to improve patient mobility and physical health. Core duties include helping patients perform exercises or treatment plans and recording patient health progress.

A Typical Day:

• Screen all residents in facility on a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if Occupational Therapy intervention is indicated.
• Identify, carry out ad modify treatment program according to plan of care in consultation with Registered Occupational Therapist
• Monitor and report resident performance and progress.
• Assist Registered Occupational Therapist in re-assessment of patients. Assist in determining need for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patient progress.
• Assist Occupational Therapist in discharge planning.
• Supervise Rehab Therapy Techs.
• Educate staff, family and care givers as indicated.
• Complete all required documentation according to guidelines specified in Documentation Manual.
• Promote profession within facility, including assisting with coordinating special events.

Requirements

What We Need From A Candidate:

• Associate Degree from an accredited Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant program required
• Must meet all certification and licensure requirements as established by the state and national board associations. Active South Carolina license required.
• Active CPR certification.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common reports
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, and lift (up to 50 pounds /-).
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 

What A Candidate Can Expect From Us:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching Retirement Plan
• Free 24/7 TELADOC for team member and household
• Wellness Programs and Facilities with discounts on personal training and massage therapy
• Access to and discounted BG Spa Services
• Scholarship Opportunities for Education and Student Debt Payoff
• Company paid CPR/AED classes
• Free Onsite and close proximity parking
• Holiday Pay (9 holidays) paid at time and ½ for hourly team members