Occupational Therapist Assistant

ProgressiveHealth • Washington, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an energetic and results driven Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide therapeutic and holistic care on our clinical team. This is a wonderful opportunity to expand knowledge and experience in a clinical setting. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!

Requirements

• Indiana Occupational Therapy Assistant License or ability to obtain Indiana Occupational Therapy Assistant License
• Associate's or higher degree as an Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Provide a CPR/AED/BLS (basic life support) certification or have the ability to obtain it prior to start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
• Have the ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout the entire assigned shift
• Have a high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communication
• Have the ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervision
• Be able to maintain confidentiality
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring current or future sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H-1B, OPT, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Providing occupational therapy assistant treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, restoring function, relieving pain, and preventing debility
• Maintaining superior clinical care quality and patient and physician satisfaction.
• Understanding and operating according to underlying goals of inpatient acute operating environment, optimizing length of stay - preparing the patient for transition to a longer-term setting in an efficient and safe manner.
• Collaborating with other therapists within care pathways as necessary.
• Exhibiting positive attitudes and behaviors facilitating teamwork, efficiency, and care quality and promoting a favorable unit and company image.
• Maintaining excellent individual compliance standards including relevant and completing documentation for reference of discharges planning, capturing of patient care time, and performing other quality assurance activities as directed.
• Delivering care as broadly specified within applicable state practice act.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree