Certified OT Assistant I
About The Position
HSHS St. John's is seeking a Certified OT Assistant I to join their rehab team in a PRN capacity. Ideal candidates will be prepared to evaluate all assigned patients and develop, implement, and execute on treatment plan as outlined by plan of care. Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services. Serve as an educator for patients, families, students, co-workers and self-professional advancement. Perform other professional duties associated with the care of patient, development of therapy program services, and engagement and development of interdisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Graduate (e.g., Associate) from an accredited program which meets the licensure requirements in the state of practice is required.
- Current state licensure, in state of practice, as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant is required.
- Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.
- Following occupational therapy philosophies and standards of care set by Illinois Occupational Therapy Act and other applicable governing agencies, licensure is required within 6 months for individuals meeting all other applicable requirements.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate all assigned patients and develop, implement, and execute on treatment plan as outlined by plan of care.
- Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services.
- Serve as an educator for patients, families, students, co-workers and self-professional advancement.
- Perform other professional duties associated with the care of patient, development of therapy program services, and engagement and development of interdisciplinary teams.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Wellness program with incentives
- employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
- flexible spending accounts
- employee assistance program
- ID theft coverage
- colleague rewards and recognition program
- discount program
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
