Plaza West Healthcare & Rehab
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
Plaza West Healthcare & Rehab, Topeka, Kansas, United States, 66652
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Plaza West Healthcare & Rehab
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Overview An occupational therapist assistant (OTA) works under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct resident screens (without interpretation) as allowed by the state practice act.
Help residents with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
Monitor an individual’s activities to ensure they are performed correctly and provide encouragement.
Record resident progress for use by the occupational therapist.
Assist in scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, restocking or ordering depleted supplies, and filling out insurance forms or other paperwork.
Provide training to residents, caregivers and families according to the resident’s care plan.
Complete required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
Entry Qualifications
Associate’s Degree from an AOTA-accredited program.
Licensed COTA if required by state law.
Other Requirements
Participate in (or conduct) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of residents’ protected health information.
Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.
By signing below, the employee agrees to adhere to and communicate privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information.
Benefits
401(k)
Annual Performance Evaluations
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Electronic Documentation
Employee Appreciation Events
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
To apply, please submit your application.
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Overview An occupational therapist assistant (OTA) works under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct resident screens (without interpretation) as allowed by the state practice act.
Help residents with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
Monitor an individual’s activities to ensure they are performed correctly and provide encouragement.
Record resident progress for use by the occupational therapist.
Assist in scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, restocking or ordering depleted supplies, and filling out insurance forms or other paperwork.
Provide training to residents, caregivers and families according to the resident’s care plan.
Complete required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
Entry Qualifications
Associate’s Degree from an AOTA-accredited program.
Licensed COTA if required by state law.
Other Requirements
Participate in (or conduct) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of residents’ protected health information.
Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.
By signing below, the employee agrees to adhere to and communicate privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information.
Benefits
401(k)
Annual Performance Evaluations
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Electronic Documentation
Employee Appreciation Events
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
To apply, please submit your application.
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