Occupational Therapy Assistant - Territory

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Schedule

• Monday -
• Friday 8:15a-5p

Territory

Mainville, Lebanon, Maineville, Mason, Monroe, Oregonia, S. Lebanon, Clarksville, Cuba, Morrow, Reeseville, Sabina, Willmington, Sycamore Twp, Blanchester, Fayetteville, Goshen, Hillsboro (approval needed for East of 62, Okay to accept West of 62), Leesburg, Loveland, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Midland, Milford, New Vienna, Pleasant Plain, East End, California, Mt Washington, Anderson/Newtown, Withamsville, Cherry Grove, Amelia, Batavia, Bethel, Chilo, Felicity, Georgetown, Hamersville, Moscow, Mt. Orab, New Richmond, Newtonsville, Owensville, Ripley, Russellville (West of 62 only), Sardinia, Williamsburg

Agency: The Christ Hospital Home Health Care

SUMMARY

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician within specified geographical territory. The OTA educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The OTA is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The Company adopts the occupational therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state of employment.

What We Offer

We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We've launched a new guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

Qualifications

Major areas of responsibility

• Provides skilled occupational therapy services in a patient’s home according to the Occupational Therapist plan of care.
• Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress.
• Assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the occupational therapist works toward goals to improve patient functional status.
• Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by front loading visits for high risk patients.
• Performs occupational therapy procedures and diagnostic test on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed.
• Guides the patient in his/her use of therapeutic, creative and self-care activities for the purpose of improving functioning.
• Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers.
• Participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care.
• Educates staff in carrying out specific occupational therapy modalities when appropriate.
• Educates patient and family on the appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities and safety measures.
• Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions.
• Fosters independence in patients and their families to prevent dependence on the agency.
• Listens to patient and family members.
• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education.
• Maintains active OTA license.
• Communicates with scheduler any changes as needed.
• Completes chart audits at agency site as requested.
• Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences.
• Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings.
• Participates in orientation/training of new employees.
• Maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company.
• Understands and practices agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential functions

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Below are minimal knowledge/physical requirements of this position. Travel is required for this position.

Constantly (66%-100%): Reading, Speaking, Writing English

Communications Skills

Computer/PDA Usage

Walking

Bending

Standing

Sitting

Stretching/Reaching: Distinguish smell/taste

Hearing/Seeing: Hearing in person

Hearing on the phone

Talking in person

Talking on the phone

Vision for close work

Frequently (34%-66%)

Driving

Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance

Climbing: Stooping (bend at waist)

Hand/finger dexterity

Occasionally (2%-33%)

N/A: Rarely (1% or less)

N/A: #INDCHRI7

We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today!

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.