Occupational Therapy Assistant – Full Time
PACS
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Columbia • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $25 - $35 per hour
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
- Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board.
- Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
- Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.
- Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
- Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements.
- Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
- Instruct patients’ families or nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
- Participate in discharge planning.
- Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
- Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
- Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
Requirements
- Degree from an accredited college/university
- South Carolina Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care
- Ability to read technical procedures
- Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
- Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Benefits
- Healthcare, dental, vision, and more (for full time)
- 401K matching (for full time)
- Advancement & PRN opportunities throughout our facilities in South Carolina
- Professional Development Opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
Occupational TherapyPatient TreatmentDocumentationDischarge PlanningCaregiver TrainingData InputTechnical Procedures ReadingProblem SolvingMathematical Concepts Application
Soft skills
CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationTraining and InstructionPositive Relating
Certifications
South Carolina Licensed Occupational Therapy AssistantCPR Certification