JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The certified occupational therapy assistant contracted through the Organization is responsible
to the registered occupational therapist that is responsible for the implementation of standards
of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the
Service Agreement. The certified occupational therapy assistant performs only those services
planned, delegated, and supervised by the registered occupational therapist.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of patient’s functional status (muscle function,
endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability,
work capacity, etc.) as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. Participates in
the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more
independent living as delegated by the registered occupational therapist.
2. Participates in teaching new skills or retraining patients in once familiar daily activities that
have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy.
3. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the registered
occupational therapist any changes in the patient’s condition.
4. Submits clinical documentation in accordance with Organization policy.
5. Follows treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the
registered occupational therapist. Documents patient’s response to treatment plan and
progress toward established goals.
6. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to
promote coordinated, efficient care. Documents such communication in accordance with
Organization policy.
7. Attends and contributes to inservices, case conferences, and other meetings as required
by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the
patients of the Organization.
8. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home care services. Consults with
the supervising registered occupational therapist and assists with necessary referrals, as
appropriate.
9. Participates in instructing patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care
personnel in patient’s treatment regime as delegated by the registered occupational
therapist.
10. Is supervised by the registered occupational therapist no less than every thirty days. Documentation in the clinical record will reflect ongoing communication between the registered occupational therapist and certified occupational therapy assistant, the patient’s condition, the patient’s response to services provided by the assistant, any need to change the plan of care, and patient outcomes.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
1. Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant curriculum accredited by the American
Occupational Therapy Association.
2. Certified with the National Certification Examination of the American Occupational Therapy
Association.
3. Licensed by the State Board of Healing Arts in accordance with state licensure laws.
4. A minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience as a certified occupational therapy
assistant.
5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
6. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
7. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or
organization requirements and is in good working order.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $34.18 - $65.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road