Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant jobs in Buffalo, NY

Join the area's premier sub-acute and outpatient rehabilitation center in the WNY area, The GreenFields!

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Pay & Perks!

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive wages, based on experience.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Premier Child Daycare Onsite
• Free Access to Employee Wellness Center/Gym
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time
• Personal Time
• Paid Life Insurance and Pension
• Uniform Allowance

Key responsibilities

Assists in completion of annual functional & ROM screens.

Provides quality treatment (restorative or maintenance) as determined by the licensed therapist in accordance with professional standards & practices.

Assists in integrating the residents’ treatment plan into the interdisciplinary care plan. Communicates with other members of the treatment team to ensure smooth delivery of services.

Assists in completing/updating all required documentation accurately and timely per facility policy (ie. progress notes, billing, closet & resident care plans).

Assists in communicating any issues / concerns regarding the resident’s progress and/or lack of to resident, family & treatment team timely.

Attends professional workshops/seminars per professional standards & practices. Assures registration & license are current and that all CEU’s are completed timely.

Provides supervision of Rehab Aides and Student Interns

Communicates with the Dir of Rehab regarding resident &/or staff issues, need for equipment and supplies or other concerns. Works with the Dir. Of Rehab in setting individual & departmental goals.

Adheres to time & attendance and dress code policies at all times.

Performs other related duties in the department & organization as needed.

Practices safe work habits and follows all safety procedures of the facility.

Assures the safety, security, and wellbeing of our residents.

All other tasks assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Pass New York State certification exam. Current NYS registration.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

· Competent in use of Occupational Therapy related modalities.

· Good interpersonal and communication skills.

· Maintains confidentiality per facility policy.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

· Must submit to and pass a yearly examination, PPD skin test and attend all mandatory inservices.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

· Stands and sits most of shift.

· Subject to many interruptions and changes of priorities.

· Regular contact with residents, employees and families.

· Required to make decisions within the established guidelines.

· Required to handle emergency situations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lancaster, NY 14086: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person