FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
Physical Requirements
Sitting - 1-15%
Walking - 16-31%
Standing - 16-31%
Bending/Squatting - 16-31%
Climbing/Kneeling - 1-15%
Twisting - 16-31%
Other Physicial/Environmental Demands
Transfer patients at varying levels of assistance:
Supervision - Requires visual assistance only.
Minimal Assistance - Patient can perform 75% or more of physical activity; therapy staff performs 25% or less.
Moderate Assistance - Patient performs between 50% to 75% of the physical activity; therapy staff performs between 25%-50% of the task.
Maximal Assistance - Patient can perform 25% or less of the physical activity; therapy staff performs 75% or more.
Total Assistance - Patient can not perform any of the physical activity; therapy staff performs 100% of the task.
LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES
Mission, Service, and Values
Supports the Mission, Service, and Values of the organization.
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
T.J Pledge
I Will Show Compassion
- see all patients, family members, coworkers, physicians, and anyone else at T.J. as my customer.
- recognize that each and every interaction I have at T.J. Regional Health matters
- show kindness and compassion towards my customers at all times
- be sensitive to the personal and private needs of every customer
I Will Cooperate With Others
- maintain zero tolerance for abusive behavior
- listen and be willing to accept fault when I make a mistake
- never underestimate the power of an apology
- refrain from blame and judgment
- bring a sense of calm to stressful situations
I Will Collaborate With Others
- value myself and every coworker as an equal part of one GREAT team working together
- treat others in a way that I would like to be treated
- participate only in conversations that are courteous, respectful, and reflect positively on my teammates and T.J. Regional Health
- foster a calm and pleasant atmosphere, and refrain from gossip, rumors, and insults
- speak honestly, seek truth, and act with integrity towards my teammates
- value the uniqueness and expertise that each team member contributes to the whole
- meet the need of the moment, regardless of whether or not it is considered part of my job
I Will Communicate
-smile - at everyone
- always introduce myself, my role, and my purpose use body language, eye contact, and tone of voice that shows respect in every interaction
- follow the 10/5 rule: always acknowledging people at 10 feet away with a smile and always greeting people at 5 feet away
- escort any customer in need (visitors, patients) to their destination
I Will Adapt To Change
- be a part of the solution when I am presented with a challenge
- embrace change and set the example for those around me
- accept openly when there are changes that T.J. Regional and/or I have no control over
- manage the expectations of others by explaining duration and next steps as often as needed
I Will Be A Champion
- view myself as an owner of T.J. Regional Health and act accordingly
- take responsibility for the physical appearance of T.J. Regional Health, including my work area
- go out of my way to daily thank and compliment my customers and coworkers
- dare to make a difference and be exceptional
- constantly try to improve myself and T.J. Regional Health
- speak positively about T.J. Regional, while at work and in public places outside of work
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
- Associates Degree from an approved school in Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Current certification iwth the National Board Certificaton of Occupational Therapy
- Current BLS certification.
Minimum Work Experience
- Zero or more years experience in the field of Occupational Therapy.
Minimum Work Experience
[Kentucky, United States] Occupational Therapy Assistants and Aides
Current license with the KY Board of Occupational Therapy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential Job Functions
- Performs treatment, supervision and therapy intervention accordance with KY Occupational Therapy Board Regulations.
- Performs appropriate treatment and discharge per physician orders/referral/OT plan of care.
- Completes documentation within policy time parameters. Ensures that all documentation is complete and does not require reminders and/or excessive time to complete paperwork.
- Demonstrates competency with therapy intervention modalities, adaptive equipment and manual techniques.
- Establishes a safe therapy environment and operates equipment within standard guidelines.
- Involves patient, family and team members in plan of care and provides information, teaching and education based on identified need.
- Follow policy for consent for treatment, release of medical information, confidentiality and appropriate awareness of suspected abuse and take measures to document/report them accordingly.
- Employee binder up to date with competency forms, TB skin test, mask fit test, BLS and license.
- Communicates any changes inpatient condition (physical or cognitive) to the supervising occupational therapist, nursing personnel and other facility personnel as appropriate.
- Assist with caseload management when you plan to be off and/or when caseload varies (do not seek out other areas to assist).
- Promotes a professional and positive image at all times with coworkers, patients, families and other departments.
