Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Role Overview
The broad function is to assist the Occupational Therapist in the clinical implementation of treatment programs by carrying out and modify treatment plans as outlined in the Occupational Therapy evaluation and assist the PACE Southeast Michigan rehabilitation department with exercise/ADL/IADL and participant care related functions as needed. Participates in patient care conferences and program development. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures and current standards of clinical practice including HIPAA confidentiality regulations.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
Provide occupational therapy treatments consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the AOTA for Occupation Therapy Assistant both in the day health center and in the community.
Legibly documents daily and weekly treatments provided in the patient medical record.
Coordinates with other disciplines for effective total patient care.
Assures delivery of quality care.
Delegates work assignments, responsibilities and patients to support staff as needed.
Represents the Occupational Therapy Department to family, visitors and personnel and attends care conferences as requested.
Effectively communicates with department staff, company personnel, patients, caregivers and department head.
Assist in maintaining, organizing and coordinating appropriate inventory levels of departmental supplies and equipment.
Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly clinical are.
Actively participate in Quality Assurance initiatives as appropriate.
May need to rotate to other facilities or perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Current Michigan COTA license in good standing.
Graduate of AOTA approved school with an associate degree in Occupational Therapy.
Minimum of one year experience in geriatrics required.
Effective written communication skills
Effective customer relation skills
Effective analytical skills
Effective verbal communication skills
Physical Requirements:
Driving: 10%
Lifting: 20% / 50 lbs.
Sitting: 20%
Standing: 20% / 10 lbs.
Walking: 30%
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SUMMARY:
The broad function is to assist the Occupational Therapist in the clinical implementation of treatment programs by carrying out and modify treatment plans as outlined in the Occupational Therapy evaluation and assist the PACE Southeast Michigan rehabilitation department with exercise/ADL/IADL and participant care related functions as needed. Participates in patient care conferences and program development. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures and current standards of clinical practice including HIPAA confidentiality regulations.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:
Provide occupational therapy treatments consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the AOTA for Occupation Therapy Assistant both in the day health center and in the community.
Legibly documents daily and weekly treatments provided in the patient medical record.
Coordinates with other disciplines for effective total patient care.
Assures delivery of quality care.
Delegates work assignments, responsibilities and patients to support staff as needed.
Represents the Occupational Therapy Department to family, visitors and personnel and attends care conferences as requested.
Effectively communicates with department staff, company personnel, patients, caregivers and department head.
Assist in maintaining, organizing and coordinating appropriate inventory levels of departmental supplies and equipment.
Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly clinical are.
Actively participate in Quality Assurance initiatives as appropriate.
May need to rotate to other facilities or perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Current Michigan COTA license in good standing.
Graduate of AOTA approved school with an associate degree in Occupational Therapy.
Minimum of one year experience in geriatrics required.
Effective written communication skills
Effective customer relation skills
Effective analytical skills
Effective verbal communication skills
Physical Requirements:
Driving: 10%
Lifting: 20% / 50 lbs.
Sitting: 20%
Standing: 20% / 10 lbs.
Walking: 30%
About PACE Southeast Michigan
Nonprofit health plan and care provider serving low-income, chronically ill adults aged 55+ in southeast Michigan.
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