Position Description / Performance Evaluation

POSITION DESCRIPTION / PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)Supervised by: Staff Occupational Therapist

Prepared by: ______Date: ______Approved by: ______Date: ______

Job Summary: Responsible for directing, modifying and administering occupational therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the Occupational Therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the Occupational Therapist, after the Occupational Therapist has evaluated the patient. The OTA assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The OTA participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

E = Exceeds the StandardM = Meets the StandardNI = Needs Improvement

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: / E / M / NI
Responsible for providing treatment as directed by the Occupational Therapist. Adheres to standards of occupational medicine practice. / 2 / 1 / 0
Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect, discusses observations with Occupational Therapist. / 2 / 1 / 0
Ability to perform components of an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric patients and the general patient population. / 2 / 1 / 0
Assists with formulation of a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and assesses effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate, Occupational Therapist is apprised of conclusions. / 2 / 1 / 0
Demonstrates knowledge of occupational therapy modalities. / 2 / 1 / 0
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family. / 2 / 1 / 0
Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety. / 2 / 1 / 0
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. / 2 / 1 / 0
Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, facility staff and members of the department. / 2 / 1 / 0
Coordinates and assists with directing patient care to ensure patient’s needs are met and facility policy is followed. / 2 / 1 / 0
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. / 2 / 1 / 0
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. / 2 / 1 / 0
Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities. / 2 / 1 / 0
Documentation meets current standards and policies. / 2 / 1 / 0
Assists in ordering supplies, maintains adequate PAR levels to assure all supplies and equipment is readily available. / 2 / 1 / 0
Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training and organizational safety and fire safety programs. / 2 / 1 / 0
Professional Requirements: / E / M / NI
Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. / 2 / 1 / 0
Completes annual educational requirements. / 2 / 1 / 0
Maintains current knowledge of hospital policy; JCAHO, federal and state regulations and standards. / 2 / 1 / 0
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. / 2 / 1 / 0
Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time. / 2 / 1 / 0
Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly. / 2 / 1 / 0
Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. / 2 / 1 / 0
Attends annual review and departmental inservices, as scheduled. / 2 / 1 / 0
Attends at least ___ staff meetings annually; reads and returns all monthly staff meeting minutes. / 2 / 1 / 0
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. / 2 / 1 / 0
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. / 2 / 1 / 0
Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. / 2 / 1 / 0
Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department. / 2 / 1 / 0
Total Points / ___ / ___ / ___

Regulatory Requirements:

AA degree from a school or college approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Holds current certificate as Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Current BCLS certification.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Additional languages preferred.
Strong written and verbal skills.

Skills:

Basic computer knowledge.
Basic knowledge of physical medicine, occupational therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology.
Basic knowledge of physical therapy machine operation, maintenance and repairs of same.

Physical Demands:

For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.

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DESCRIPTION OF

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

JOB TITLE: / DEPARTMENT:
NAME: / # HOURS/WORKDAY:
DEVELOPED BY: / DATE DEVELOPED:
MANAGER SIGNATURE: / DATE:

CHECK APPROPRIATE BOX FOR EACH OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO BEST DESCRIBE THE EXTENT OF THE SPECIFIC ACTIVITY PERFORMED BY THE STAFF MEMBERS IN THIS POSITION

Reference #2012 Rehabilitation Services © Medical Consultants Network Inc. (800) 538-6264

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities

Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below.

 Amount of Time 
None / up to 1/3 / 1/3 to 1/2 / 2/3 and more
Stand:
Walk:
Sit:
Talk or hear:
Use hands to finger, handle or feel:
Push/Pull:
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl:
Reach with hands and arms:
Taste or smell:

This job requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.

 Amount of Time 
None / up to 1/3 / 1/3 to 1/2 / 2/3 and more
Up to 10 pounds:
Up to 25 pounds:
Up to 50 pounds:
Up to 100 pounds:
More than 100 pounds:

This job has special vision requirements. Check all that apply.

Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can

be seen up and down or to the left and right while

eyes are fixed on a given point)

Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability

to judge distances and spatial relationships)

Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to

bring an object into sharp focus)

No Special Vision Requirements

Specific demands not listed: ______

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Note:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.

Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below.

 Amount of Time 
None / up to 1/3 / 1/3 to 1/2 / 2/3 and more
Wet, humid conditions (non-weather):
Work near moving mechanical parts:
Fumes or airborne particles:
Toxic or caustic chemicals:
Outdoor weather conditions:
Extreme cold (non-weather):
Extreme heat (non-weather):
Risk of electrical shock:
Work with explosives:
Risk of radiation:
Vibration:

The typical noise level for the work environment is:

Check all that apply.

 Very Quiet Loud Noise

 Quiet Very Loud Noise

 Moderate Noise

Hearing:

 Ability to hear alarms on equipment

 Ability to hear client call

 Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff

REPETITIVE MOTION ACTIONS

 Number of Hours 
Repetitive use of foot control / 0 / 1-2 / 3-4 / 5-6 / 7+
A. Right only
B. Left Only
C. Both
Repetitive use of hands
A. Right only
B. Left Only
C. Both
Grasping: simple/light
A. Right only
B. Left Only
C. Both
Grasping: firm/heavy
A. Right only
B. Left Only
C. Both
Fine Dexterity
A. Right only
B. Left Only
C. Both

Reference #2012 Rehabilitation Services © Medical Consultants Network Inc. (800) 538-6264

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION CONTINUATION PAGE

Staff Member:______Job Title:______

Performance Evaluation Score:
# Questions: _____ Total Points = Score:______
(score) X 100 = ______%
(# questions x 2) / 80 - 100% exceeds standards
50 - 79% meets standards
0 - 49% needs improvement

Manager’s Comments:

Recommended Goals/Actions:

Staff Member Comments:

Actions Recommended by Department Manager:

Performance Review OnlyProbation Completed Satisfactorily

Extended Probation Until ______Salary Increases Denied

Salary Increase ______

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Staff Member SignatureDate

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Department Manager SignatureDate

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Administrative SignatureDate

PERSONNEL MEMBER

ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE AND COMPETENCY EVALUATION

As a member of the Hospital’s personnel team, your comments and input are important to both the continuing development and quality provision of client care and services of the institution. Your continued professional growth and job satisfaction are primary goals of the organization. The administrative team and your department supervisor are interested in your comments regarding the following:

1 - 5

(1 = poor, 5 = excellent)

1.How would you rate your current job satisfaction level?______

2.How would you rate your current job performance?______

3.How would you rate the organization’s provision of personnel benefits? ______

4.How would you rate the organization’s provisions for personnel continuing
education? ______

5.How would you rate the organization’s physical working environment?______

6.How would you rate the organization’s emotional working environment? ______

7.List your professional goals:

8.List any departmental goals that may differ from professional goals (include educational and performance goals):

9.Is there anything the organization can do to help you achieve any of these goals?

10.If so, please describe:

11.Comments you feel may assist the organization with improving personnel satisfaction levels:

Note:This organization pledges to utilize information provided for the sole purpose of improving personnel satisfaction and assisting the author with achievement of advanced personal and/or professional growth.