Occupational Therapy Assistant

Avcarecenter

Evaluate patients within 24 hours
Supervise certified occupational therapy assistants
Document per state practice act
The role requires evaluating patients within 24 hours of physician referral and developing effective treatment plans approved by the referring physician

Job Summary

  • The role requires evaluating patients within 24 hours of physician referral and developing effective treatment plans approved by the referring physician.
  • Employees must supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, aides, and students while ensuring compliance with the state practice act.
  • The position involves participating in patient care conferences, utilizing review meetings, and instructing families on maintenance programs for discharge.

Matching Summary

The role requires evaluating patients within 24 hours of physician referral and developing effective treatment plans approved by the referring physician.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evaluate patients within 24 hours
  • Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants
  • Document per state practice act
  • Train Restorative Aides and nursing staff
  • Coordinate discharge planning and DME ordering

Nice-to-have

  • Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care software
  • Experience with Utilization Review meetings
  • Ability to present information effectively to families

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy preferred
  • Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy preferred
  • Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state
  • Maintain license in good standing with state board
  • Meet continuing education requirements per state practices

Work Rights

Not specified

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