COTA, PRN

At Simpsonville Post Acute, we know the importance of speaking your Love Language.

We show Acts of Service by stepping in to help when it's needed, whether it's part of our job description or not.

We share Words of Affirmation routinely, so you know how much you're appreciated.

And we know you love Receiving Gifts, so we offer special incentives and rewards throughout the year.

But the love doesn't stop there.

We also offer:


* Competitive pay


* Flexible scheduling


* Staff appreciation and incentives


* PRN opportunities within our network

General Purpose

The Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.

Essential Duties

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.

• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board.

• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.

• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.

• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.

• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.

• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements.

• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.

• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.

• Participate in discharge planning.

• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.

• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.

• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

This position is not a supervisory position.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant Board of the State.

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures.

Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state.

Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.

Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

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