Certified Occupational Therapy Asst. ACUTE CARE


Job Details

Join the Inova Fairfax Hospital as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant! Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of the organization and Hospital recognized for excellence and innovation. This is an INPATIENT ADULT ACUTE CARE UNIT. MUST HAVE HOSPITAL INPATIENT EXPERIENCE. We are a collaborative team with plenty opportunities for mentorship and learning.

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant adheres to department policy regarding the timeframe, appropriate form, and content of written rehabilitation documentation. Communicates effectively with patients, family, medical staff, care team members, students, supervisors, and outside contacts. Completes all administrative and other responsibilities in support of the operating unit. Demonstrates essential skill in the use of treatment modalities, equipment and protocols.

Job Responsibilities:

* Documents clearly, concisely, and legibly within established time frames, (e.g. allows other therapists to continue treatment, allows for interpretation by payers, and supports reimbursement) as evidenced by chart review and team feedback.

* Contributes to educational and training efforts of department/clinic, (e.g. in-services, students, CPR, new hire orientation, and QI/PI) as evidenced by program/clinic-specific documentation.

* Demonstrates fiscal responsibility and knowledge about department expenses and revenue (e.g. supplies, equipment, billing, and staff resources) used in the department, as evidenced by team feedback and observation.

* Selects appropriate treatment methods for patients' diagnosis, age group, and physical and emotional status, as evidenced by observation and documentation.

* Recognizes the need for alterations in the treatment method and overall plan as the patient advances or regresses while acting accordingly, as evidenced by observation, documentation, and team feedback.

* Notifies primary PT/OT of non-routine changes in the treatment situation, discharge complications, or other circumstances that require reassessment or staff guidance, as evidenced by team feedback.

* Educates patients and/or family in home exercise programs, transfers, caregiving, home safety, and use of adaptive equipment, appropriate to level of understanding.

* May perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

* Associates degree from accredited certified occupational therapy assistant program.

* Graduate of approved certified occupational therapy assistant program, new graduate of certified occupational therapy assistant program.

* BLS from American Heart Association

* Va. OTA License

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 Inova Health System

 04/17/2024

 Falls Church,VA