Occupational Therapy Assistant - LTACH

Posted:
11/18/2024, 8:40:57 AM

Location(s):
Georgia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

This position will be at the Roosevelt Wellstar facility in Warm Springs, GA

Job Summary:

Treatment of patients primarily in the LTACH with coverage in the IRH as needed, based on business need under the direction of the Occupational Therapist; daily documentation/charging in the EMR; education of patients, families and staff as appropriate;  communication of patient progress in clinical conference; communication with other team members on a daily basis; preparing equipment orders; contacting vendors for equipment; communication with physicians and other professionals; weekend/holiday services rotation; participation in Performance Improvement initiatives.50/50 coverage in hospital

Takes an active role in servicing patients with immediate needs. Documents productivity in a timely manner.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

  • Follows the established treatment plan and provides treatment according to funding source and regulatory guidelines to meet functional goals; accurately documents, including need for skilled services, patient progression, patient response, and then bills accordingly; provides education as appropriate

  • Serves as CI/mentor for interns as needed: Provides direct supervision/mentorship, taking direct responsibility for the patient & care provided. Provides daily feedback to interns regarding treatment interventions & directs the learning experience. Critiques/co-signs documentation daily to be sure it meets regulatory requirements & funding source specifications. Completes weekly, midterm and final evaluations for interns & communicates w/ their school regarding performance.

  • Participates in hospital and discipline specific skills check: Demonstrates competency through completion of didactic training and testing as well as demonstration of skills specific to their position and skill set as well as skills obtained at Wellstar Roosevelt.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Education

  • Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Required

Required Minimum Experience

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in Occupational Therapy as an Assistant Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

  • Current American Heart Association, Basic Life Support (BLS).

  • NBCOT

  • GA OTA License or eligible

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