About this opportunity
St. Elizabeth Healthcare lists this Occupational Therapist Assistant opportunity in ft mitchell, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Occupational Therapy AssistantThe Occupational Therapy Assistant implements the treatment plan based upon the evaluation performed by the Occupational Therapist. Examples of Occupational Therapy services provided may include activities of daily living, cognitive training, therapeutic activities, energy conservation, and home and work safety education. Excellent communication with the supervising therapist is required. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.Job Summary:Provides patient care and treatment which may include activities such as self-care retraining, cognitive training, energy conservation, work simplification, home and work safety education, therapeutic exercise, and therapeutic activities.Documents patient progress in accordance with hospital and other regulatory requirements.Communicates changes in patient progress which may necessitate a change in the patient's plan of care.Participates in educational opportunities for professional growth, including the Performance Improvement program, and assists with orientation and mentoring of staff.Follows Hospital and Department Policy and Procedures, correct billing practices, and demonstrate good time management skills.Other duties as assigned.Education, Credentials, Licenses:Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited programLicensed or eligible for licensure in the state where work is being performedCPR Training (Outpatient Services)Specialized Knowledge:Knowledge of Occupational Therapy techniquesGood interpersonal and time management skillsGood communication skillsKind and Length of Experience:New graduate acceptableFLSA Status:Non-ExemptRight Career. Right Here. If you're looking for the right careers in healthcare, the right place to be is at St. Elizabeth. Join us, and you'll take pride in the level of care we offer our community.
Worksite address
ft mitchell, KY, 41017, US
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