Position Overview
General Purpose
The Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with resident related activities and direct resident care.
Essential Duties
* Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
* Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
* Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
* Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed.
* Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
* Communicates routinely with the supervising occupational therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
* Provides in...