Occupational Therapy Assistant

Addus HomeCare•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to come join our rapidly growing team in Albuquerque, NM. We offer: Great culture and team atmosphere Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability) 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match Generous time off accruals Paid holidays Mileage reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Merit Increases Employee Discount Programs Work/life balance What Youll Do:

Requirements

Certified as an occupational therapy assistant by AOTA, American Occupational Therapy Association
Current licensure as a occupational therapist assistant in the state of practice
Must be willing to travel within local geographic area
Complies and maintains current CPR certification.
Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance

Nice To Haves

1 year of occupational therapy assistant experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Communicates clients status, changes in condition, changes in care plan and needs to family members, staff and other professionals
Maintains regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the department
Perform all occupational therapy procedures planned and delegated as prescribed by the provider in the clients place of residence as instructed and supervised by the qualified occupational therapist
Assist clients to and from treatment or training areas and instruct client in pushing wheelchair, supporting or lifting and positioning in and out of bed
Assist client with slings, splints and self-help devices to obtain physical independence
Observe client for signs of distress and adjust activities accordingly
Maintains accurate clinical records, keeping track of goals and progress of clients