Occupational Therapist Assistant

Presbyterian Homes & Services Career Search Agents • Clive, IA

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About The Position

Put Your Purpose To Work We Have a Place for YOU Apply Today! Find purpose and passion in your work with a team focused on enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is a non-profit organization looking for someone like you, who is focused on living out your calling to serve. YOU become part of the most important resource in our ministry--focused on serving older adults, empowering them to live their best lives wherever they call home! You benefit from a cohesive, in-house therapy team and supportive organization with opportunities to learn and grow. Walnut Ridge is seeking a Part Time Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our growing team! Schedule can be flexible! WHY BECOME A THERAPIST WITH PHS? Great work/life balance and flexible schedules Competitive pay and annual increases Use your strengths to serve multiple settings – TCU/SNF, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home Health, and Outpatient Spend more time with your residents/clients with reasonable productivity expectations Paid mileage and drive time if traveling between communities Access to online continuing education courses & podcasts Scholarship program – awards up to $5,250 per year! May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Opportunities for growth and internal promotion! Walnut Ridge senior living community in Clive, Iowa provides a supportive environment for our employees and residents alike. Just inside the I-35 loop, within the Greater Des Moines area, is the suburb of Clive where you’ll find this vibrant community. Convenient access to highway corridors, hospital, trails, abundant retail, restaurants and services; Walnut Ridge is ideally located. This community offers the following care options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care. Address: 1701 Campus Drive, Clive, IA 50324 As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as: - Free employee meals - Free Fitness Center access (family members welcome) - Warm water swimming pool - Great walking paths - Access to bus route Nearby towns include: West Des Moines, Waukee, Grimes, Johnston, Windsor Heights & Urbandale, Iowa.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Current licensure in the state(s) of practice as required.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment per the established plan of care and in accordance with physician orders.
• Assist in identifying goals, prioritizing treatment, and selecting appropriate interventions.
• Continuously assess changes in functional deficits and adjust treatment as appropriate.
• Provide education to residents/clients, families, caregivers, and staff.
• Collaborate with therapist on observations, progress towards goals, and recommended updates to plan of care and discharge.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation & billing in electronic medical record.
• Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of payer sources and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with therapist on supervisory visits per regulations.
• Communicate effectively with residents/clients, families, caregivers, physicians, referral sources, and interdisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week: Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans Life insurance (AD&D) Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match Holiday pay and extended sick
• Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week: Vision insurance Voluntary short-term & long-term disability Accident & hospitalization coverage Education assistance programs
• All employees: Accrue PTO (Paid time off) Same-day pay Employee assistance program (EAP) College partnership educational discounts Access to Learn to Live Resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees