What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant $7500 sign-on bonus position at Olive Branch Health and Rehab?
Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being and life quality
Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy assistant treatment model, method and approach to direct the process of interventions
Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (ADL)
Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components
Assess client’s home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities
Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use
Guide and educate family members and caregivers
Observe, note, and report on progress of long- and short-term treatment goals
Collect data and document processes followed
Regularly follow-up client
Skills
Proven working experience as occupational therapist assistant
Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapy assistant
Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media
Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools
Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession
Professional behavior
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Valid license to practice occupational therapy assistant
