Cert. Occupational Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home assists an Occupational Therapist in a nursing home environment with rehabilitative activities for patients who may have developmental, physical and emotional impairments. Prepares equipment for treatment and may perform clerical duties for the department. Being a Cert. Occupational Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home requires an associate degree and passing of a national examination to be a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA). Typically reports to an occupational therapist. Cert. Occupational Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
In keeping with the Marian Regional Medical Center Hospice healthcare philosophy the Occupational Therapist performs all phases of occupational therapy evaluation treatment planning treatment and documentation and performs other tasks related to quality of care and effective department function. Performs such typical distinguishing duties as: evaluating patients; participating in the treatment program planning; administering occupational therapy modalities procedures and tests; documenting accurate patient records and progress notes; maintaining appropriate oral or written contact with the referring physician and co-workers. Ensures a clean and safe work environment by being alert for unsafe conditions and malfunctioning equipment and using appropriate procedures for their correction; supervises aides in the participation in the overall treatment program. Assists DPCS Hospice Supervisor and QI Coordinator with QI as required. Performs other related duties such as participating in all departmental functions and activities as required including in-service education clerical and other tasks relevant to effective department function as necessary.
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