Occupational Therapy Assistant; OTA

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Plaza West Healthcare & Rehab

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An occupational therapist assistant (OTA) works under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

• Conduct resident screens (without interpretation) as allowed by the state practice act.
• Help residents with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Monitor an individual’s activities to ensure they are performed correctly and provide encouragement.
• Record resident progress for use by the occupational therapist.
• Assist in scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, restocking or ordering depleted supplies, and filling out insurance forms or other paperwork.
• Provide training to residents, caregivers and families according to the resident’s care plan.
• Complete required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

• Associate’s Degree from an AOTA-accredited program.
• Licensed COTA if required by state law.

• Participate in (or conduct) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of residents’ protected health information.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.
• By signing below, the employee agrees to adhere to and communicate privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information.

• 401(k)
• Annual Performance Evaluations
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Electronic Documentation
• Employee Appreciation Events

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care

To apply, please submit your application.