OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Provides skilled occupational therapy service, on an intermittent basis to patients in their homes under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist (OT) provides patient care services which have been delegated by the Occupational Therapist.
• Participates in the preparation of clinical and daily progress notes.
• Observes, and records activities and findings in the clinical record and reports to the OT and the physician the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition.
• Consults with OT regarding the outcome of home visits and reports physical findings, in written form.
• Attend rehabilitation department staff meetings and case conferences.
• Instruct patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, splints, and prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Participates with staff, patients, and physicians in discharge activities and assists the Occupational Therapist in completing the Occupational Therapy Discharge Summary.

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