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Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
Tecumseh, NE
Basic Function: This position is responsible for providing assistance to the Occupational Therapists by performing direct patient care and the written documentation included in this care.
Supervision: Occupational Therapist
Specifications: (Knowledge Training and Work experience):
- Graduate from an accredited OTA program. Must be currently licensed as a licensed OTA in the state of Nebraska. Previous experience in an OT department is desired.
Principal Responsibilities:
1.Works with school-based pediatrics, inpatient, outpatient, skilled care patient and home health patients.
2.Maintains communication with the supervising Occupational Therapists (OT) in regard to departmental activities, personnel issues and patient status by written documentation and/or verbal communication of appropriate information.
3.Assess and documents the needs, problems and progress of the patients for whom he/she has primary responsibility throughout the Patients course of therapy each time the patient is seen.
4.Provides patient care based on patient care plans outlined by the Occupational Therapist. Performs prescribed procedures completely and safely according to established protocol. Documents on each patient each time that they provide care.
5.Documents discharge planning as directed by the Occupational Therapist, including home treatment programs, supplies information required for referral forms, and scheduled outpatient treatment. Acquires signature of OT on necessary documents.
6.Initiates and documents patient/family teaching consistent with established guidelines.
7.Participates in the teaching of departmental and patient care techniques.
8.Uses professional judgment, carries out physician orders accurately, completely and promptly. Clarifies when necessary and documents information.
9.Informs OT and/or physician of changes in patients condition or proposed changes in treatment when indicated.
10.Reviews pertinent literature/journals and attends seminars/conferences which will further the development of OT practices.
11.Licensed OTA shall not perform evaluation, alter or change treatment plans.
12.Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
- Sits, stands and walks most of the workday intermittently.
- May have to assist in moving and supporting patients and may be subject to strain.
- This position is classified by OSHA as a Class II position.
- Applicants will be assigned to work primarily indoors, with possible outdoor work, and may be required to travel to other facilities.
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