GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform routine occupational therapy treatment procedures on patients or clients as determine by a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR); and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general and specific direction of a Registered Occupational therapist of medical staff; work is subject to review through reports, conferences and observation for conformance to therapeutic standards.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May directly supervise patients or clients in therapeutic exercise or other occupational therapy modalities designed to meet specific therapeutic goals.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES: A familiarity with occupational therapy treatment, equipment, accessories, modalities and precautions as applied to patients/clients; the ability to gain and maintain cooperation and confidence of patients/clients; the ability to follow specific oral and written directions from registered occupational therapists and/or medical staff; the ability to assist the registered occupational therapist in achieving patient goals; the ability to report patient/client status as necessary; the ability prepare and maintain treatment records; the ability to participate and report at team conferences; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through graduation from a certified occupational therapy assistant program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: One (1) year of employment in an occupational therapy program in a public or private hospital, rehabilitation center or similar institution.