Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified

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The Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified implements Occupational Therapy program which includes treatment in relationship to the professional, technical and administrative operations of the Occupational Therapy department. Provides competent patient care to the developmentally, physically, and/or mentally disabled assigned patients in order to promote learning and/or restoration of functional abilities.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
GENERAL DUTIES
Treatment:

• Provides Occupational Therapy treatment to a wide range of diagnostic and age groups complying with departmental protocol/procedures.
• Adheres to precautions as they pertain to the diagnoses or conditions.
• Conducts the treatment session by providing the appropriate behavioral management and structure to the treatment environment, utilizing several treatment alternatives for goal achievement and modifying the treatment program in response to changes in the patient's skill level and/or environment.
• Begins discharge planning during admission to the Occupational Therapy program, considering patient/family training, equipment needs and follow-up issues.
• Teaches the patients and family members Occupational Therapy skills and techniques to facilitate the patient's functional abilities both during the hospitalization and within home environment.
• Fabricates splints and adaptive equipment (to include training) as medically directed for the patient's use based upon their disability and rehabilitative needs.

Documentation:

• Prepares written reports and departmental documents in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
• Completes daily documentation of treatments and procedures and patient information.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider American Heart Association
Current license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
WORK SHIFT:
Days (United States of America)
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LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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