Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Physical Therapy - PRN

Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply. Implements specific treatments and exercise programs for individual patients under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. Treats the impact of illness, injury, developmental or psychological impairments of the patient in the performance areas of Activities of Daily Living including; range-of-motion, grooming & hygiene, eating, dressing, toileting, driving, cooking, or working. Administers treatment & modalities to assist the patient in reaching his/her maximum rehabilitation potential through the use of ADL activities, splinting, ROM, endurance building, strengthening exercises, cognitive retraining, coordination & dexterity training. Communicates the treatment plan with the patient, his/her family and other healthcare workers as appropriate. therapeutic exercises, hot moist packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, paraffin, soft tissue mobilization, balance training and functional mobility training. Acquisitions appropriate equipment, checks equipment being used for safety, and communicates the use of the specific equipment to patient and family. Completes appropriate documentation for a specific area in which the therapy is provided. Promotes the team approach to delivery of rehabilitation services, while serving as a representative in the field of Occupational Therapy. In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develops and implements measures for quality assurance and participates in performance improvement activities. Ensures charges correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time in therapy. Associates degree from an Occupational Therapist Assistant Program. One year Occupational Therapy preferred. Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses: Current State of New Mexico COTA licensure MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Per Diem As Needed