OT Aide at Solutions Healthcare

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Attention To Detail, Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Active Learning, Judgment, Self-Motivated, Self-Directed

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT Classification and Pay Hourly Non-exempt Reports to Director of Rehab Summary/Objective In keeping with our organization’s goals, this position is responsible for performing patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Director of Rehab or Occupational Therapist. Job Duties * Implement patient treatment plans with guidance from the Occupational Therapist * Maintain productivity standards as determined by supervisor and clinical needs * Demonstrate consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations * Treat patients according to treatment plan * Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines * Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines * Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs as directed by staff physical therapist * Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans * Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed * Participate in in-service and training programs as directed * Participate in facility performance improvement programs * Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehabilitation department * Screen patients based upon identified need * Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department * Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all residents and team members * Report all resident, staff, or other concerns to the appropriate department head * Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe situations, and concerns immediately * Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations relating to responsibilities * Ensure that responsibilities are performed consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations as well as facility policies and procedures Supervisory Responsibility There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position. However, the position requires communication with nursing home staff to ensure that specific policies, procedures, and programs are implemented correctly. Required Education and Experience * Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program * Maintain an active license in the State as an Occupational Therapy Assistant consistent with job duties Required Skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude * Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously * Attention to detail * Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations) * Exceptional judgment and active foresight * Self-motivated and self-directed Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This position is within a healthcare facility that operates every day. There will be scheduled times of work on the weekends and holidays. Significant events can occur at any given time that require working. Ongoing direction and support may be necessary if systems are not properly implemented, continuously improved, and monitored. Work Environment and Physical Demands This position generally will require physical activity. It may at times require walking to various locations within a facility. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and may require some use of machinery consistent with the job duties. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position at times requires the ability to walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, twist, and lift as necessary. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Responsibilities

The OT Aide is responsible for performing patient care and related activities as directed by the Director of Rehab or Occupational Therapist. This includes implementing treatment plans, maintaining productivity standards, and communicating with the healthcare team regarding patient progress.