Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant OTA Part Time

Position Overview Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously during the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions and we are currently looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our dynamic home health care team. Schedule: Monday - Friday part-time visits for Wilmington, Newark, and New Castle communities. Essential Job Functions Provides direct occupational therapy according to directions of occupational therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care. Communicates with and regularly updates the patient and/or caregiver regarding the plan of care. Provides skilled therapy services, treatments and procedures as appropriate for the patient’s care and safety. Reports observations of the patient’s condition to the designated supervisor(s), and/or the patient’s physician, as appropriate. Treats clients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance. Provides skilled teaching to the patients, family members, and caregivers regarding the safe use of assistive devices and durable medical equipment. Educates patients and caregivers in carry over regarding issues concerning rehabilitation and adaptation techniques needed for recovery. Collaborates with other service disciplines to discuss the patient plan of care. Plans for client’s discharge, prepares discharge instructions, and communicates discharge plan with patients, family members, and caregivers. Participates in in-service programs. Reacts to change productively and performs other job-related tasks and duties as assigned. Complies with ethical and professional standards of conduct as set forth by the American Occupational Therapy Association. Ensures confidentiality of patient records/information. Observes, records, and reports (1) signs and symptoms; (2) reactions to treatments and medications; and (3) any change in the patient’s physical or emotional condition to the patient’s physician and to the RN on the case if applicable, on a timely basis. Records clinical and progress notes at the time of the visit to ensure continuity of qualitative patient care on a timely basis. Completes daily report and any required documentation in a timely fashion to ensure agency operating schedules. Maintains consistent attendance. Submits all credentials in a timely manner. Performs all responsibilities in a professional manner. Aveanna Healthcare Offers 401(k) with match Health, Dental and Vision Benefits for employees at 30+ hours Tuition Discounts and Reimbursement PTO, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays Requirements Graduation from an Occupational Therapist Assistant program from an accredited university/program. Current, unrestricted state license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice. Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with policies and procedures. Preferred Strong organization and communication skills Attention to detail Time management Proven relationship-builder Experience in Home Health Therapy and completion of OASIS documentation. #J-18808-Ljbffr