Occupational Therapist Assistant (Full-time/1.0FTE)

SummaryThis position is a 1.0 Full time Occupational Therapy Assistant position. The job is scheduled M-F, 8:00am to 4:30pm. Candidates will have to work on average 1 weekend per month and rotational holidays. The inpatient OT team provides beside and dept based services in a fast-paced Level I trauma center. Applicants should be organized, flexible, and motivated. Sign on Bonus!!Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY: Assists the Occupational Therapist in patient-related activity by performing Occupational Therapy procedures which are delegated by the Occupational Therapist and which are commensurate with a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's education preparation and experience. Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: pediatric (30 days through 12 years), adolescent (13 through 18 years), adult (19 through 64 years), and geriatric (65 years and above).ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:Implements treatment procedures in accordance with goals and plan programs established by and under the supervision of the evaluating Occupational Therapist. Maintains an understanding of the patient's history, precautions, contraindications, diagnosis, goals, potential, and pertinent information that would affect treatment.Determines patient's need for services in collaboration with an OT. Contributes to the patient's evaluation under supervision of an OT.Communicates with patient, family members and other team members to explain the rationale of the treatment plan.Supervises the patient's use of all equipment and takes the necessary precautions in implementing the prescribed treatment.Monitors through subjective and objective measurements the patient's response to intervention, and reports to the supervising Occupational Therapist if alteration in treatment program is indicated.Maintains the proper documentation in patient's records of treatment. Follows billing and reimbursement procedures according to departmental and regulatory guidelinesReviews the quality and appropriateness of the services delivered for effectiveness and efficiency using predetermined quality assurance criteria.Participates in Occupational Therapy Assistant student programs under the supervision of the Center Coordinator of Clinical EducationAssists with maintenance and monitoring of work schedule.SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:Assists with general housekeeping to provide a clean, comfortable, orderly, and safe environment.Assists in directing and transporting patients.JOB REQUIREMENTSMINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: An Associate degree as a Occupational Therapy Assistant is required, issued by an American Occupational Therapy Association-approved program. Also, the individual must be a Licensed/Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, issued by the State Board of Occupational Therapy.CPR certification required.Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards. The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute. The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole. Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.Benefits At A Glance:PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to employees:100% Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania College of Health SciencesPaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysShift, Weekend and On-Call DifferentialsHealth, Dental and Vision CoverageShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityRetirement Savings Account with Company MatchingChild Care SubsidiesOnsite Gym and Fitness ClassesDisclaimerPENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTHis an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law. 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