Occupational Therapist Assistant - Home Nursing & Therapy Services
San Antonio, TX 78215
About the Job
Job Summary:
A registered professional who provides occupational therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
Job Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an accredited program of occupational therapist assistant with an Associated Degree in Occupational Therapy.
Licensure: Active, state license as an occupational therapist assistant, or if licensure does not apply, meets the requirements listed in 42 CFR §484.115(g). A military spouse may engage in the practice of occupational therapy without obtaining the applicable occupational therapy license if the military spouse is currently licensed in good standing by another jurisdiction of the U.S. that has licensing requirements that are substantially equivalent to the requirements for the license in this state. Current driver’s license.
Experience: One year of experience as an occupational therapist assistant, preferred.
Skills: Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies. Good interpersonal skills. Proof of current CPR certification.
Environmental and Working Conditions:
A registered professional who provides occupational therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
Job Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an accredited program of occupational therapist assistant with an Associated Degree in Occupational Therapy.
Licensure: Active, state license as an occupational therapist assistant, or if licensure does not apply, meets the requirements listed in 42 CFR §484.115(g). A military spouse may engage in the practice of occupational therapy without obtaining the applicable occupational therapy license if the military spouse is currently licensed in good standing by another jurisdiction of the U.S. that has licensing requirements that are substantially equivalent to the requirements for the license in this state. Current driver’s license.
Experience: One year of experience as an occupational therapist assistant, preferred.
Skills: Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies. Good interpersonal skills. Proof of current CPR certification.
Environmental and Working Conditions:
- Works in patients' homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.
Physical and Mental Effort:
- Ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, and standing.
- Prolonged standing and walking required.
- Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs, and to meet patient and family individualized psychosocial needs.
- Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Essential Functions:
- Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care, as developed, delegated, and supervised by the Occupational Therapist (OT). Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
- Facilitates patients’ ROM, strength, coordination, use of adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, functional mobility, and safety issues as related to patients’ ADL performance under the supervision of the OT.
- Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease. Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
- Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to provide patient and caregiver education. Promotes compliance with all fiscal intermediary and/or other third-party payors, through education, coaching, and other assistance, as necessary.
- Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
- Participates in the Agency’s QAPI program.
- Meets mandatory continuing education requirements; participates in the Agency sponsored in-service trainings.
About the Company
Home Nursing & Therapy Services (HNTS) is a locally owned home health agency. Since 1982, we have been providing the highest quality home health services to individuals living in San Antonio, Texas and the surrounding areas. We strive to become the highest quality home health agency, by continuing to provide superior home health services. Home Nursing & Therapy Services (HNTS) is here to address every aspect of our patients needs with compassionate care and reliable service 24/7.A major benefit of Home Nursing & Therapy (HNTS) is that our patients are able to receive personalize healthcare while still being in the privacy and comfort of their homes. It has been observed that individuals who are ill, recovering from an injury or surgery, recuperate at a much faster pace while receiving personalized home care. Our Primary goal is to deliver “Comfort” and “Peace of Mind” to our patients and their families during their time of need.
About Home Nursing & Therapy Services:
Home Nursing & Therapy Services (HNTS) is a locally owned home health agency. Since 1982, we have been providing the highest quality home health services to individuals living in San Antonio, Texas and the surrounding areas. We strive to become the highest quality home health agency, by continuing to provide superior home health services. Home Nursing & Therapy Services (HNTS) is here to address every aspect of our patients needs with compassionate care and reliable service 24/7.A major benefit of Home Nursing & Therapy (HNTS) is that our patients are able to receive personalize healthcare while still being in the privacy and comfort of their homes. It has been observed that individuals who are ill, recovering from an injury or surgery, recuperate at a much faster pace while receiving personalized home care. Our Primary goal is to deliver “Comfort” and “Peace of Mind” to our patients and their families during their time of need.
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