Occupational Therapy Assistant

## occupational therapy assistant apply:
cincinnati, oh:
full time:
posted today:
13539our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We care for our patients like they are our own family.

** agency:
** the christ hospital home health care
** schedule:
** monday - friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm   
** territory:
** blanchester, fayetteville, hillsboro, leesburg, lynchburg, martinsville, midland, new vienna, loveland, goshen, pleasant plain, milford, kings mills, maineville, orgonia, south lebanon, morrow, lebanon, monroe, mason, sycamore twp, clarksville, cuba, reesville, sabina, wilmington.
** summary
* * the occupational therapist assistant i (ota) provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician. The ota i educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The ota i is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The company adopts the occupational therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state of employment.
** key responsibilities
*** provides skilled occupational therapy services in a patient’s home according to the occupational therapist plan of care
* observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress
* assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the occupational therapist works toward goals to improve patient functional status
* performs occupational therapy procedures and diagnostic test on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed
* guides the patient in his/her use of therapeutic, creative and self-care activities for the purpose of improving functioning
* communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers
* participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care
* educates staff in carrying out specific occupational therapy modalities when appropriate
* educates patient and family on the appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities and safety measures
* instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices
* helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions
* fosters independence in patients and their families to prevent dependence on the agency
* listens to patient and family members
* completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and medicare/federal guidelines.
* documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
* maintains active ota license in ohio
* communicates with scheduler any changes as needed
* completes chart audits at agency site as requested
* participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
* attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
* participates in orientation/training of new employees
* maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company
* understands and practices agency policies and procedures
* drives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit.
* daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
* documents all aspects of subsequent visits within 24 hours of visits.
* completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.
* follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a licensed occupational therapist assistant, per the state of employment.
* other duties as assigned.
** qualifications
* ** minimum of one year of experience as an ota in an acute setting is required.
* home care experience is desired.
* ability to effectively communicate and…