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Occupational Therapy Assistant
Assists Occupational Therapist in administering occupational therapy program in hospital, related facility, or community setting for physically, developmentally, mentally disabled, or emotionally disabled clients. Observes occupational therapy patients, and reports information and observations to supervisor. Follows guidelines, and carries out... [+] More
Assists Occupational Therapist in administering occupational therapy program in hospital, related facility, or community setting for physically, developmentally, mentally disabled, or emotionally disabled clients. Observes occupational therapy patients, and reports information and observations to supervisor. Follows guidelines, and carries out general activity program for individuals or groups. Assists in evaluation of clients' daily living skills and capacities to determine extent of abilities and limitations. Assists in planning and implementing educational, vocational, and recreational programs and activities established by registered Occupational Therapist, designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances, diminish or correct pathology, and to promote and maintain health and self-sufficiency. Designs and adapts equipment and working-living environment. Fabricates splints and other assistant devices. Assists in instructing patient and family in home programs as well as care and use of adaptive equipment. Prepares work materials, assists in maintenance of equipment, and orders supplies. May be responsible for maintaining observed information in client records and preparing reports. May teach basic living skills to institutionalized, developmentally disabled adults. May assist social worker or psychologist in administering situational or diagnostic tests to measure client's abilities or progress. May require certification. [-] Less
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Occupational Therapy Assistant Instructor (OTA Instructor)
Teach or instruct vocational or occupational subjects at the postsecondary level (but at less than the baccalaureate) to students who have graduated or left high school. Include correspondence school instructors; industrial, commercial and government training instructors; and adult education teachers... [+] More
Teach or instruct vocational or occupational subjects at the postsecondary level (but at less than the baccalaureate) to students who have graduated or left high school. Include correspondence school instructors; industrial, commercial and government training instructors; and adult education teachers and instructors who prepare persons to operate industrial machinery and equipment and transportation and communications equipment. Teaching may take place in public or private schools whose primary business is education or in a school associated with an organization whose primary business is other than education. [-] Less
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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Provides occupational therapy services... [+] More
Provides occupational therapy services to patients to include treatment, standardized assessment data and documentation under the supervision of an occupational therapist. This position requires an Associate's degree in an occupational therapy assistant program required and certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Demonstrates and articulates sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of patient progress.
Assists in evaluation of clients' daily living skills and capacities to determine extent of abilities and limitations. Recognizes and reports to therapist when standard patient protocols or treatment plans need modification to meet individual patient needs. Administers therapy in the context of the patient's age, total needs perspective and environment. Performs age appropriate advanced competency skills in area of practice and relative to individual patient's problems. Consistently reports to therapist patient progress/status to allow for updated of goals and modification of treatment program. Recommends discharge of patient at point of optimal benefit of treatment, making appropriate provision for continuing services, if needed. Assists in planning and implementing educational, vocational, and recreational programs and activities established by registered Occupational Therapist, designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances, diminish or correct pathology, and to promote and maintain health and self-sufficiency. Fabricates splints and other assistant devices. Carries out general activity program for individuals or groups. Assists in instructing patient and family in home programs as well as care and use of adaptive equipment. Prepares work materials, assists in maintenance of equipment, and orders supplies. This position requires an Associate's degree in an occupational therapy assistant program required and certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. May be responsible for maintaining observed information in client records and preparing reports. May teach basic living skills to institutionalized, mentally retarded adults. May assist Educational Specialist or Clinical Psychologist in administering situational or diagnostic tests to measure client's abilities or progress. [-] Less
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Assistant Occupational Therapy
Assists Occupational Therapist in administering occupational therapy program in hospital, related facility, or community setting for physically, developmentally, mentally disabled, or emotionally disabled clients. Observes occupational therapy patients, and reports information and observations to supervisor. Follows guidelines, and carries out... [+] More
Assists Occupational Therapist in administering occupational therapy program in hospital, related facility, or community setting for physically, developmentally, mentally disabled, or emotionally disabled clients. Observes occupational therapy patients, and reports information and observations to supervisor. Follows guidelines, and carries out general activity program for individuals or groups. Assists in evaluation of clients' daily living skills and capacities to determine extent of abilities and limitations. Assists in planning and implementing educational, vocational, and recreational programs and activities established by registered Occupational Therapist, designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances, diminish or correct pathology, and to promote and maintain health and self-sufficiency. Designs and adapts equipment and working-living environment. Fabricates splints and other assistant devices. Assists in instructing patient and family in home programs as well as care and use of adaptive equipment. Prepares work materials, assists in maintenance of equipment, and orders supplies. May be responsible for maintaining observed information in client records and preparing reports. May teach basic living skills to institutionalized, developmentally disabled adults. May assist social worker or psychologist in administering situational or diagnostic tests to measure client's abilities or progress. May require certification. [-] Less
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Medical Occupational Therapy Assistant
Assists Occupational Therapist in administering occupational therapy program in hospital, related facility, or community setting for physically, developmentally, mentally disabled, or emotionally disabled clients. Observes occupational therapy patients, and reports information and observations to supervisor. Follows guidelines, and carries out... [+] More
Assists Occupational Therapist in administering occupational therapy program in hospital, related facility, or community setting for physically, developmentally, mentally disabled, or emotionally disabled clients. Observes occupational therapy patients, and reports information and observations to supervisor. Follows guidelines, and carries out general activity program for individuals or groups. Assists in evaluation of clients' daily living skills and capacities to determine extent of abilities and limitations. Assists in planning and implementing educational, vocational, and recreational programs and activities established by registered Occupational Therapist, designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances, diminish or correct pathology, and to promote and maintain health and self-sufficiency. Designs and adapts equipment and working-living environment. Fabricates splints and other assistant devices. Assists in instructing patient and family in home programs as well as care and use of adaptive equipment. Prepares work materials, assists in maintenance of equipment, and orders supplies. May be responsible for maintaining observed information in client records and preparing reports. May teach basic living skills to institutionalized, developmentally disabled adults. May assist social worker or psychologist in administering situational or diagnostic tests to measure client's abilities or progress. May require certification. [-] Less
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Occupational Health-Workers Comp Director
Plans, directs, implements, and administers ongoing improvement of occupational health and worker's compensation services in a health plan. Manages the Occupational Health-Worker's Compensation staff and implements strategies relative to the development and management of related services. Designs and implements programs... [+] More
Plans, directs, implements, and administers ongoing improvement of occupational health and worker's compensation services in a health plan. Manages the Occupational Health-Worker's Compensation staff and implements strategies relative to the development and management of related services. Designs and implements programs to maintain positive relationships between the health plan, physicians, providers, and practice managers. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in occupational health with seven years of related health plan experience. Participates in weekly patient case conferences with Medical Director, Occupational Health, and Worker's Compensation providers. Manages and coordinates placement and periodic health reviews, return to work assessments, fitness for duty assessments, and confidential medical record maintenance. Monitors the management of on the job injuries or illnesses and health consultations including assessment, treatment and referral to appropriate resources as required. Responsible for hiring, developing and managing a qualified management staff concerned with the maintenance and expansion of assigned services within the health plan. Prepares, manages, and monitors the departmental budget. Ensures that the plan has an adequate number of participating providers in the network to meet business objectives. [-] Less
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Occupational Medicine Manager
Manages the Occupational Medicine Department and markets services to area business and industry. Develops and implements a marketing program for occupational medicine services. Manages clinical and non-clinical staff in the Occupational Medicine Department. This position typically requires a licensed Registered... [+] More
Manages the Occupational Medicine Department and markets services to area business and industry. Develops and implements a marketing program for occupational medicine services. Manages clinical and non-clinical staff in the Occupational Medicine Department. This position typically requires a licensed Registered Nurse and five years of management in a clinical setting. Manages the Occupational Medicine Department and markets services to area business and industry. Develops and implements a marketing program for occupational medicine services. Manages clinical and non-clinical staff in the Occupational Medicine Department. Hires, trains, and motivates a qualified staff. Develops and manages the departmental budget. Performs direct sales to area businesses and industry. Presents bids to local business for service contracts. Manages client support services. Services may expand to the full range of occupational and environmental health services. Administers drug screening, breathalyzer, immunization, CPR, and first aid programs. Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements. This position typically requires a licensed Registered Nurse and five years of management in a clinical setting. [-] Less
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Occupational Health Nursing Supervisor
Supervises and coordinates employee health services of industrial organization. Interprets plant and departmental health policies and regulations to nursing staff and employees. Oversees activities of personnel rendering assistance to physician and nursing care to employees. Trains nursing staff in techniques... [+] More
Supervises and coordinates employee health services of industrial organization. Interprets plant and departmental health policies and regulations to nursing staff and employees. Oversees activities of personnel rendering assistance to physician and nursing care to employees. Trains nursing staff in techniques of industrial nursing. Requires RN license. Participates in planning and executing health information programs designed to improve efficiency and reduce absentee and accident rates. Assists workers in securing medical or other aid. Establishes work schedules for nursing staff and requisitions supplies. May conduct classes in first aid and home nursing for employees. May recommend appointment of nursing personnel. [-] Less
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Occupational Medicine Physician
Specializes in the treatment of work-related diseases and injuries that occurred at work. Develops and implements an occupational health program at a hospital or clinic setting or within established clinical groups. Examines patient and develops a patient care plan based on... [+] More
Specializes in the treatment of work-related diseases and injuries that occurred at work. Develops and implements an occupational health program at a hospital or clinic setting or within established clinical groups. Examines patient and develops a patient care plan based on evaluation. Reviews reports of patient's general physical condition, reactions to medications, and medical history. Conducts physical examinations, program design, health promotion, epidemiologic studies, and hazard consultation. Provides treatment of injuries and communication of the return-to-work status to the client industry. Services may expand to the full range of occupational and environmental health services. This position requires a licensed Medical Doctor in internal medicine with specialized training in occupational medicine. May serve as a consultant to industry. [-] Less
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Occupational Nurse
Provides professional nursing service and first aid to employees or persons who become ill or injured on premises of business, industrial plant, or other establishment. Takes patient's vital signs, treats wounds, evaluates physical condition of patient, and contacts physician and... [+] More
Provides professional nursing service and first aid to employees or persons who become ill or injured on premises of business, industrial plant, or other establishment. Takes patient's vital signs, treats wounds, evaluates physical condition of patient, and contacts physician and hospital to arrange for further medical treatment, when needed. Ensures that an effective program for employee health is maintained and monitored. Maintains record of persons treated, and prepares accident reports and insurance forms. Develops employee programs, such as health education, accident prevention, alcohol abuse counseling, curtailment of smoking, and weight control regimens. Assists in the planning, direction, implementation and evaluation of the health program for employees. Provides testing, evaluation and referral to employees with medical conditions within the hospital, organization, medical facility or clinical office. Gives allergy injections and sponsored immunizations to employees. Evaluates employees with medical conditions and provides appropriate referral for medical services. Actively initiates and coordinates programs and provides corrective measure to promote wellness and protect the health of employees. Administers tuberculosis testing. Ensures compliance with various agency requirements pertaining to occupational health and safety. May conduct pre-employment and scheduled drug screening. Typically requires licensure as a Registered Nurse with two years of clinical experience. [-] Less
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