JOB SUMMARY
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager Rehab and oversight from the Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant implements progressive rehabilitation programs for patients in their homes in accordance with the principles and practices of occupational therapy and the patient’s needs.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
- Sitting, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.
- Constant : lifting maximum weight of 50 pounds, carrying usual weight of 20 pounds, pushing / pulling maximum weight of 50 pounds of force, reaching above, at and below shoulders;
repetitive arm / hand motion and frequent gripping of objects.
Frequent : standing, walking, stooping / bending, and twisting body.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS :
- Frequent exposure to fluid and blood borne pathogens, communicable diseases, possible vectors (lice, bedbugs), rodents, and other conditions common to a home environment.
- Exposure to house pets (cats, dogs, etc.)
- Driving in various weather conditions, variable types of surfaces, in traffic.
- Ability to interpret, adopt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
A. EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE :
- Current Hawaii State license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Valid U.S driver’s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance as required by Hawaii State Law.
- Driver’s abstract or evidence of good driving record.
- Current BLS certification.
B. EXPERIENCE :
- Knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice to treat patients.
- Knowledge and use of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
- Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and the public.
- Ability to communicate in English effectively both orally and in writing.
- Able to communicate in English effectively both orally and in writing.
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