Occupational Therapy Assistant - Home Health

MultiCare Health System•Yakima, WA

2d•$27 - $39•Remote

About The Position

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. Nestled in the heart of Central Washington, Yakima offers an ideal lifestyle for clinicians who love the outdoors and fresh locally grown food. The region boasts four seasons of adventure, from scenic hikes and biking in places like Cowiche Canyon to river recreation along the Yakima River. Winter brings its own excitement, with families and outdoor enthusiasts heading to the nearby White Pass Ski Area, offering excellent skiing and snowboarding opportunities for all skill levels. As one of Washington’s premier wine regions with more than 90 wineries, the Yakima Valley provides abundant opportunities to enjoy award winning vineyards and a relaxed tasting experience. Known as one of the most productive agricultural areas in the Pacific Northwest, the valley is also rich with farm stands, u-pick orchards, and markets offering unmatched farm-fresh produce throughout the year. It’s a community where work-life balance thrives, and where your days off can feel like a getaway. FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, Flex shifts URGENTLY HIRING - Offering $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS with a 24-month commitment. Position Summary The Occupational Therapy Assistant at MultiCare is an excellent opportunity to provide direct patient treatment under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. This role offers you the capacity to apply your service orientation and good judgment toward the comprehensive care of occupational therapy patients.

Requirements

Licensed as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of Washington
Minimum one (1) year of experience in adult rehabilitative services preferred

Responsibilities

Perform occupational therapy treatment procedures, modalities, and occupational training for the purpose of improving functional ability
Confer with OT prior to beginning a treatment program regarding goals, plans of treatment, treatment procedures, modalities, and precautions
Contact the supervising OT when direct intervention is needed to change an occupational therapy treatment plan or when medical problems exist that necessitate attention
Provide recommendations for assistive devices and equipment as needed to improve function and independence at home
Observe, record, and report the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition, preparing clinical progress notes in accordance with departmental policy
Consult with other members of the rehabilitation team and other health care personnel to provide a collaborative therapeutic approach consistent with the needs of each patient