Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Fond du Lac, United States - MJ Care

MJ Care Fond du Lac, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Job Type Part-timeDescriptionSUMMARY OF POSITIONThe Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) will help occupational therapists provide occupational therapy treatments and procedures.

The Occupational Therapist Assistant may, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments.

The Occupational Therapist Assistant will also maintain a positive working relationship with other professionals and ancillary staff. COTA goal is to meet or exceed minimum productivity standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIESEssential Functions:

Works with occupational therapists to plan, implement, and administer educational, vocational, and recreational programs to restore and enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments.

Selects therapy activities to fit patients' needs and capabilities. Observes and records patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintains this information in client records.
Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient.

Instructs or assists in instructing patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment.

Implements or assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently.
Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients. Aids patients in dressing and grooming.
Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use.
Alters treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect.
Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games.
Teaches patients how to deal constructively with their emotions.
Transports patients to and from the occupational therapy work area.
Attends care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans.
Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, and documenting health insurance billings.
Orders educational and treatment supplies.
Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
Practices facility and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Accurately documents on a timely basis. Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature.
Maintains and applies accurate working knowledge of various funding sources and requirements to insure reimbursement of services.
Travel between facilities as needed to provide care to patients.
Provide in-person or telehealth services as appropriate.
Follow infection control policy and practices of MJ Care and assigned facility.

General Responsibilities:
Adheres to and supports the mission of MJ Care, Inc.
Understands, adheres to, and upholds the values of MJ Care, Inc.
Understands, adheres to, and upholds the Code of Conduct for MJ Care, Inc.
Promotes continuous process improvements.
Delivers service aligned with department guiding principles.
Responsible for maintaining strict confidentiality of information and records at all times.

Displays commitment to continuous learning, including own professional development as well as sharing information and learning with other team members.

Safely transport and transfer patient as necessary, with or without assistance, following proper policy/procedure. In case of emergency/disaster, safely transport person by stairs to evacuate per disaster policies. Maintains compliance with TB and flu requirements for MJ Care and assigned facilities.

RequirementsQUALIFICATIONSEducationAssociate degree from an accredited occupational therapist assistant school accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education.

Current state license and/or certification to provide occupational therapist assistant services in good standing.
Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI). Experience1+ year of experience preferred.
Skills and KnowledgeProficient computer skills including Microsoft Office. Ability to accurately and efficiently use electronic medical records system.
Strong communication skills including concentration, ability to learn, and good listening.
Accurate problem solving, organization, time management, and math skills.
Ability to interact in a personal and professional manner with at all levels with internal and external customers.

Knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of the population age groups that will be receiving services.

Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations and provide adequate assistance.

Valid driver's license in the state you reside, acceptable driving record, reliable vehicle, and proof of valid auto insurance per state requirements.

LEVEL I ACCESSProtects access of Personal Health Information specific to the patients assigned to them for the purposes of screenings, consultations, evaluations, mandatory site-specific meetings, chart audits, payment and health care operations and therapy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONSWhile performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to talk and hear; stand and walk; bend and/or kneel; squat, balance, and/or crawl; reach above shoulder level; push, pull, and/or twist up to 100lbs; walk up/down stairs; lift and/or carry up to 100lbs and occasionally more than 100lbs; and use fine dexterity.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include being able to read documents, read computer screen, and observe work space.

Specific hearing abilities required by the job include being able to hear in a moderately loud work environment (open area with multiple people conversing).

Job includes risk of biohazard (i.e. blood borne pathogen) . Works in limited space with equipment or exposed to equipment not conducive to pacemakers. Job requires use of protective equipment including but not limited to gown, gloves, and face protection.

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