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Occupational Therapy Assistant | UF Health Jax Home Care | PRN | Days at UF Health
Jacksonville, Florida, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Patient Observation, Treatment Planning, Patient Education, Medical Documentation, Splinting, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Communication Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Overview PRN Varied Days. Varied 8am to 5pm The Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist observes patient progress, recommends changes in treatment plan of care based on patient's response to treatment and educates the patient to the purpose of the treatment and expected results/effects. TheOTA documents progress notes in the medical record; maintains departmental records and complies with regulatory agencies; demonstrates awareness of safety issues, indications/contraindications of treatment, patient privacy and confidentiality; provides support within the department as needed and within the community for education. Qualifications Age of Patients Served All age groups Required Education Associate's degree - Graduate of an accredited school for Occupational Therapy Assistant approved by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association. Required Experience Less than one year - Clinical experience in acute care facility and/or skilled nursing facility. Experience in acute care setting, skilled nursing unit, wound care, out patient setting preferred. Licensure/Certification Licensed Occupational Therapist Assistant in state of Florida Necessary Skills Demonstrates knowledge and skill in a broad range of Occupational Therapy services and settings. Demonstrates strong communication skills. Demonstrates basic splinting skills. Demonstrates strong ability to use computer and various common programs such as Word and Excel
Responsibilities
The OTA observes patient progress and recommends treatment plan changes under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. They are responsible for documenting progress notes and educating patients on treatment goals and effects.