The Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care
Job Summary
The Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.
Employees must record evaluations, daily treatment notes, and recertification documentation per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act requirements.
The role involves instructing patient families or nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge.
Matching Summary
The Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Treat patients per physician treatment plan
Record daily and weekly progress notes
Communicate with health team members
Instruct families on maintenance programs
Participate in discharge planning activities
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with patients
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Willingness to assist nursing department training
Effective presentation skills for staff education
Key Requirements
Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state
Maintain license in good standing with state board
Meet continue education requirements per state practices