Occupational Therapy
Core
Assist occupational therapists with direct resident care, treatment activities, and rehabilitation in a healthcare facility.
Role type
Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant
Builds
Resident rehabilitation programs and independence in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Domain
Healthcare / Rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
resident care, treatment execution, documentation, infection control, equipment maintenance, interdisciplinary communication, resident/family education, DME recommendation, restorative aide training
Preferred skills
CPR certification, computer proficiency (Net Health, Point Click Care)
Technologies
Net Health, Point Click Care
Responsibilities
Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist; complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation; maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols; participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings; assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides; communicate with supervising occupational therapist to update physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning; provide in-services on training programs for other staff; educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies; recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents; maintain confidentiality of residents' information; report problems with department equipment; contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development.