Essential Functions
- Administers a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the resident's/patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of a physician.
- Assists patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outline in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
- Demonstrates and articulates sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of resident's/patient's progress.
- Assists in the instruction of residents/patients and families in home programs, basic living skills and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
- Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
Other Functions
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Ability to maintain and promote a positive attitude toward residents/patients and their treatment progression.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient.
- Ability to maintain resident/patient confidentiality.
Education
- Graduate from an accredited Occupation Therapist Program.
Licenses/Certification
- Current COTA license required.
- Current CPR certification required.
Experience
- Six months experience in long-term care environment preferred.
Compensation details: 27-42 Hourly Wage
PI8a3a511a5b16-25403-#######3