Occupational Therapist Assistant
Tiffin, OH 
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Posted 11 days ago
Job Description
Duration:  12+ Months
Hours/Week  40 hours

Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Assists in implementing & planning of standard occupational therapy treatments, techniques & activities within scope of practice as set forth in Division (5)(c) of Section 4755.01 of Ohio Revised Code under general supervision of an occupational therapist (e.g., develop, improve or restore function, compensate for dysfunction &/or minimize debilitation for persons diagnosed with chronic or acute physical handicaps, emotional disorders &/or developmental disabilities such as mental illness, schizophrenia & depression
  • Administers standardized assessments such as Kohl man Evaluation of Living Skills & Allen level Cognitive Screen; assist patients in increasing skills necessary to cope with daily living; provides treatment to patients on one on one or in group settings; participates in design & construction of orthotic devices/adaptive equipment &/or modifications of wheelchairs; prepares patients for independent community living to include motor skills, anger management, stress management; provides community resources for peer support & recovery; refers patients to local county agencies for employment, schooling, training, socialization &/or mental health services; provides input in conjunction with treatment team members to develop treatment goals & objectives; participates with treatment team & unit manager in developing methodologies, policies & procedures for implementation of occupational therapy program).
  • Conducts interviews with clients, gather information & history of client through information obtained in interviews & chart reviews of occupational therapy assessments; participates in treatment team meetings to discuss patients performance & progress in occupational therapy groups &/or one-on-one interventions; collaborates with treatment team members (e.g., psychology; social worker; case manager) to develop individual patient programs, progress notes, weekly &/or monthly updates.
  • Maintain patient logs & records of interventions, completes & compiles written & verbal reports (e.g. weekly, monthly, progress, incidental, forensic, confidential chart review) for treatment teams, patients, service providers & families; complete forms & discharge documentation related to occupational therapy treatments & services, organize funds utilized for snacks, unit parties & activities to include shopping for food & supplies; fills out purchase orders for unit supplies & materials for group activities; attends workshops, seminars & in-service education programs & special events; oversees activities of occupational student interns.
Required Skills:
  • Knowledge of occupational therapy; safety practices relative to occupational therapy; social sciences (e.g., psychology, sociology, social work); Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy & Athletic Trainer Board laws, rules & guidelines; HIPPA laws, rules & guidelines.
  • Skill in use & maintenance of orthotic & prosthetic devices & occupational therapy equipment; personal computer & related software.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; calculate fractions, decimals & percentages; define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports; counsel or encourage others on sensitive issues; redirect & de-escalate patients who become agitated or aggressive towards other patients &/or staff; assists with putting violent / hostile patients in 4 point restraints.

Required Licenses:
  • Current State of Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant License

About our Company: -

22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies’ delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and ISO 9001 quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients.

Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated.
“22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer" and “US Citizens & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply."

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

 

Contact Information
Sandeep Gill |Hiring Manager sandeepg@tscti.com |O: 804-372-0705 Ext. 2130 |Cell: 804-429-3261
Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$30.00 per hour on W2 without
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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