PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant Job Description The employee must obtain an associate degree as an occupational therapist assistant from an accredited college. The employee must also have passed the Missouri State Boards or have applied to take the boards within 30 days. In the event that the employee does not pass the boards he/she may be terminated. Once the individual passes the Missouri State Boards he/she may be reconsidered for a position. Employee must be physically able to lift/carry and push/pull an average of 10-200 pounds frequently; reach overhead, sit, and climb occasionally; walk, squat, bend, kneel, and stand frequently. Employee may be exposed to blood/body fluids and other communicable diseases. The following job duties may be revised by the department manager and may not encompass all day-by-day duties. Primary job duties of the Occupational Therapist Assistant Demonstrate a high level of professionalism through dress, punctuality, and appropriate interaction with patients. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Perform inpatient, outpatient, work conditioning treatments as directed by the occupational therapist Perform quality treatment that is customized to the individual patient with appropriate progression Communicate with the occupational therapist & physician regarding patent progress or any concerns related to patient treatment Educate patients on techniques for prevention/wellness as needed Inform the therapist attending the swing bed meeting of inpatient progress/decline to assist in determining when inpatients are

PHYSICALLY

safe to return home Recommend assistive devices/equipment and/or assistance for inpatients whom are returning home and inform social services Perform weekly patient goal reassessments Complete daily documentation & progress notes in a timely manner Communicate with appropriate inter-disciplinary staff, worker's compensation case managers, etc.

PROMOTE OUR THERAPY DEPARTMENT

to patients, physicians, caseworkers, community, co-workers, etc. Schedule patients, answer the phone, and make calls as necessary Assist other therapists as needed with initiation of treatment if your schedule allows, otherwise inform the treating therapist when a patient arrives Clean up patient rooms and ensure all weights, bolsters, etc. are cleaned and put away Other Essential Duties of the job: Exemplifies excellent service to all individuals including but not limited to physicians, patients, families, staff, visitors, co- workers, payers, volunteers, and other departments Demonstrates personal and professional development by completing necessary continuing education to enhance clinical skills and as required by state regulations Participates in all staff meetings as required by manager Reports any problems or complaints to supervisor Follows code of conduct and maintains confidentiality Utilize daily tools such as but not limited to: weights, walkers, crutches, canes, wheelchairs, braces, theraband, etc. Operate equipment such as but not limited to: ultrasound, electrical stimulation, TENS, CPM, treadmill, bikes, leg press, traction, etc.

Pay:

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

License/Certification:

COTA (Required) Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)

Work Location:

In person