Therapist / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Job in Queens Village, New York
|
APPLY NOW
|
Description
Summary: The incumbent shall be responsible for providing, under the direction of an occupational therapist, therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to program development, quality improvement, problem-solving and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion. Essential Duties: Participates in continuing education/professional development activities. Communicates and demonstrates a professional image/attitude at all times. Adheres to all applicable policies/procedures and practice guidelines. Supports Student Program within the facility. Contributes to client relations and marketing activities. Maintains licenses/certifications and memberships in applicable professional organizations. Completes Self-Assessment upon request and develops professional goals. Provides clinically appropriate therapeutic interventions. Documents patient/resident/client care and response to treatment and provides feedback to supervising therapist, as indicated. Communicates changes in patient/resident/client status to the supervising therapist. Provides patient/resident/client and family/caregiver education and training that assist's with continued functional independence. Supervision of OTA students, and rehab techs, in accordance with the most stringent of either state or payer guidelines. Coordinates treatment with other disciplines. Participates in scheduled meetings, as requested and approved by supervisor. Functions as a resource for and provides employees with approved in-service/cross-training on occupational therapy knowledge and skill areas. Contributes to development of improved efficiency and productivity of clinical/administrative functions. Participates in survey preparation activities. Contributes to the delivery of cost effective care. Documentation reflects skilled service delivery and medical necessity. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/transfer patients and equipment. Frequent and prolonged bending, stooping, crouching, walking, and standing. Ability to communicate. Mission: The mission is to provide the highest quality of skilled rehabilitation services. Qualifications: The incumbent shall, at a minimum, be a graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program and/or hold an applicable and current license to practice. One to three years experience working as an OTA with patients/residents/clients in a related setting, preferred.
* Some information such as the email and phone number are hidden unless you are registered and logged-in
|
| Employer: |
Rehabcare
|
| Post Date: |
Mar 07, 2019 |
| Profession: |
Therapy |
| Job Type: |
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant |
| Specialty: |
None |
| Location: |
New York - Queens Village |
| Job Reference: |
323131 |
| Contact Details: |
Login or Register to View Contact Information
|
|
|
