Occupational Therapy Assistant Job in Texarkana, Texas

Description Summary:

Provides occupational therapy services. Evaluates patients, sets goals, plans programs and treats patients according to the physician's orders; maintains required records and notes; assists with directing technicians and support personnel, assumes responsibility for occupational charges; participates in educational programs; follow all

CHRISTUS

St. Michael and departmental policy and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability. Performs patients care related duties in order to restore the patient to his/her maximum level of independence and function according to accepted standards of ethical conduct for the occupational therapist. Clinical competencies in occupational therapist skills and techniques are demonstrated in a manner that promotes quality patient care. Participates in established inter-departmental and intra-departmental communication systems and methods to achieve departmental, hospital and corporate goals. Maintains required records/documentation on a timely manner as specified in departmental policy and procedures manual. Participated in maintaining/improving the effectiveness of the services provided by the occupational therapy department. Participates in medical chart peer review, case record review and utilization review as deemed necessary. Assumes responsibility for therapeutic equipment safety, operation and maintenance.

Requirements:

Education/Skills High school diploma required Basic Computer Knowledge Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy assisting from an accredited occupational therapy program, approved by AOTA Experience New graduate entry level or any amount of experience in physical therapy is acceptable Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Maintains current licensure/registration/certification and provides the hospital with proof of indicated requirements BCLS certification required

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8

Hours Work Type:

Full Time