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UC HEALTH LLC Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Full-Time, First Shift, Daniel Drake Center in CINCINNATI, Ohio
Location: DDC Department: SNF PT-OT-Speech Hours: Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week Shift: First Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Full-Time, First Shift, SNF PT-OT-Speech UC Health is hiring a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for the SNF PT-OT department for the first shifts at Daniel Drake Center. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Implements occupational therapy treatment programs for referred patients under the general supervision of a registered and licensed occupational therapist.Education and Requirements
- Associate's degree in applied science from an AOTA approved curriculum.
- Certified by the AOTA as an occupational therapy assistant
- Licensed in the State of Ohio as an occupational therapy assistant
- Certified in CPR
- Prefer one year, but will consider new grad
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Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Implements the treatment plan under the direction of the occupational therapist in collaboration with the treatment team. Records objective findings, including pain, monitors patients, response to treatment, and collaborates with the occupational therapist on revision to the treatment goals and plan as appropriate. Utilizes updated and evidence-based treatment techniques. Provides instruction to patient/family regarding ADL/adaptive equipment/splinting needs, home exercises, and training and recommendations for discharge. Meets benchmark for productivity establis