An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.
Completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program, resulting in an Associate's degree or at least 60 college credits. Requires Occupational Therapist Assistant Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). A valid COTA license from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) Responsibility of employee to obtain and maintain all training(s), certificate(s), approval(s), etc. and provide documentation to the business office before expiration date of said document(s). Must be able to lift 30 pounds. Required to have a physical presence at the designated job site each scheduled work day. Must have regular and reliable job attendance, performance, and the physical ability to do the job.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform therapeutic treatments as outlined and under the guidance of the occupational therapist. Maintain records and reports regarding contact and evaluations with students and other providers. Evaluate, fit, and adjust students' equipment/splints appropriately. Maintain therapy equipment and purchase appropriate equipment for department. Prepare treatment areas and equipment for treatment. Research and order new equipment, as needed, for treatment. Prepare physician prescriptions at beginning of every year and keep updated throughout the year. Repair, adjust, adapt, clean, and maintain equipment. Observe child's progress and report to therapist with suggestions for treatment advancement. Appropriately documents progress toward identified objectives. Communicate student status and needs to the student, the student's family, teachers, and other professionals. Maintain therapy files on each child which includes student data, goals, objectives, and progress/assessment reports. Schedule children according to times listed on the child's IEPC. Keep student attendance/Medicaid records. Educate teachers, other professionals, and family members about occupational therapy. Attend IEP's and necessary meetings. Make appropriate referrals to other members of the educational support team. Exhibit positive personal, professional, work ethic and high motivation through consistent demonstration of professional work behavior. Perform other duties as assigned by the St. Joseph County ISD administrators.
REPORTS TO
Special Education Supervisor
PERFORMANCE APPRAISALS
Special Education Supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
191-day position. Salary and conditions of employment are determined by the Board of Education.
