Occupational Therapy Assistant Senior Living
Reliant Rehabilitation, Hopedale, MA, United States
Overview
Summary:
Provide Occupational Therapy and related services for patients under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) while maintaining positive levels of interaction with communities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of occupational therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provide quality patient care including ongoing treatment per a plan of care, supervision of Rehab Techs (where required), and case management responsibilities. Maintain professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with communities and clients. Adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding occupational therapy.
Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the licensed occupational therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients in communities by:
Assisting in screening and providing input to the initial evaluation of all patients as appropriate.
Implementing treatment for all assigned patients.
Complying with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely billing and documentation.
Establishing and maintaining effective interactions with patients, the interdisciplinary team, and other clientele which reflects patient-centered care.
Providing direct supervision to rehab techs during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes appropriate utilization of resources and enhances quality of patient care in accordance with state practice acts, federal regulations, and Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines.
Building a strong occupational therapy assistant program by participating in the following activities:
Actively integrating occupational therapy’s role into community and interdisciplinary treatment plans;
Contributing to community patient care, utilization review, case management, administrative staff / department head, and family conference activities and communications, as directed by the OT;
Establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with other health care professionals and colleagues in the community;
Making appropriate referrals to other members of the rehabilitation team;
Maintaining awareness of changes in patient population, patient conditions, and programs, and keeping the licensed or registered occupational therapist informed directly, and in a timely manner, of patient progress and community issues;
Adhering to established community policies and procedures related to environmental safety, orderliness, risk management, infection control, and emergency preparedness situations;
Adhering to the requirements of the patient’s rights and privacy.
Enhancing clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self‑study, and other continuing education activities.
Maintaining a valid state license (where appropriate) and awareness of issues related to the profession of occupational therapy and the health care environment.
Understanding various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines and delivering quality care while meeting reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
Being compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocols within a community.
Performing patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques; capable of lifting fifty (50) pounds of dead weight alone.
Maintaining confidentiality of Reliant Rehabilitation, community, and patient information.
Conducting oneself in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner at all times.
Adhering to the policies, principles, and guidance within the Team Member Handbook and Code of Business Conduct.
Being able to travel between communities during scheduled hours.
Being able to work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Attending all mandatory meetings, trainings, and assignments as delegated.
Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications Competency:
Prior to beginning patient care for Reliant Rehabilitation, a peer OT may complete a Competency Checklist. To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Effective clinical problem‑solving skills to include, but not limited to: identify and prioritize issues in a responsive manner, develop sound and innovative action plans, execute action plans on a timely basis, and ensure appropriate results.
Strong team player.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build strong relationships with a diverse population.
Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, productive work environment.
Education / Experience:
Graduate of an ACOTE accredited school of occupational therapy.
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Provide Occupational Therapy and related services for patients under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) while maintaining positive levels of interaction with communities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of occupational therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provide quality patient care including ongoing treatment per a plan of care, supervision of Rehab Techs (where required), and case management responsibilities. Maintain professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with communities and clients. Adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding occupational therapy.
Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the licensed occupational therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients in communities by:
Assisting in screening and providing input to the initial evaluation of all patients as appropriate.
Implementing treatment for all assigned patients.
Complying with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely billing and documentation.
Establishing and maintaining effective interactions with patients, the interdisciplinary team, and other clientele which reflects patient-centered care.
Providing direct supervision to rehab techs during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes appropriate utilization of resources and enhances quality of patient care in accordance with state practice acts, federal regulations, and Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines.
Building a strong occupational therapy assistant program by participating in the following activities:
Actively integrating occupational therapy’s role into community and interdisciplinary treatment plans;
Contributing to community patient care, utilization review, case management, administrative staff / department head, and family conference activities and communications, as directed by the OT;
Establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with other health care professionals and colleagues in the community;
Making appropriate referrals to other members of the rehabilitation team;
Maintaining awareness of changes in patient population, patient conditions, and programs, and keeping the licensed or registered occupational therapist informed directly, and in a timely manner, of patient progress and community issues;
Adhering to established community policies and procedures related to environmental safety, orderliness, risk management, infection control, and emergency preparedness situations;
Adhering to the requirements of the patient’s rights and privacy.
Enhancing clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self‑study, and other continuing education activities.
Maintaining a valid state license (where appropriate) and awareness of issues related to the profession of occupational therapy and the health care environment.
Understanding various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines and delivering quality care while meeting reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
Being compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocols within a community.
Performing patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques; capable of lifting fifty (50) pounds of dead weight alone.
Maintaining confidentiality of Reliant Rehabilitation, community, and patient information.
Conducting oneself in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner at all times.
Adhering to the policies, principles, and guidance within the Team Member Handbook and Code of Business Conduct.
Being able to travel between communities during scheduled hours.
Being able to work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Attending all mandatory meetings, trainings, and assignments as delegated.
Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications Competency:
Prior to beginning patient care for Reliant Rehabilitation, a peer OT may complete a Competency Checklist. To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Effective clinical problem‑solving skills to include, but not limited to: identify and prioritize issues in a responsive manner, develop sound and innovative action plans, execute action plans on a timely basis, and ensure appropriate results.
Strong team player.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build strong relationships with a diverse population.
Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, productive work environment.
Education / Experience:
Graduate of an ACOTE accredited school of occupational therapy.
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