Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

About This Role

Provide comprehensive occupational therapy treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR, ensuring quality care and accurate documentation in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of an OTR and according to state guidelines
• Assist OT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly
• Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the OTR
• Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, re-certifications and discharges
• Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines
• Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor
• Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team
• Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated
• Complete billing logs and bill patients ethically and accurately for occupational therapy services rendered
• Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Occupational Therapy recognized by the AOTA
• Holds current license and/or registration in the state (as applicable)

Qualifications

• BA or Associates degree in Occupational Therapy recognized by the AOTA

Nice to Have

• SNF experience preferred

Benefits

Certifications