Occupational Therapy Assistant - Yakima Home Health

MultiCare Health System • Yakima, WA

1d • $27 - $39

About The Position

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

• You will perform occupational therapy treatment procedures, modalities, and occupational training for the purpose of improving functional ability
• You will confer with OT prior to beginning a treatment program regarding goals, plans of treatment, treatment procedures, modalities, and precautions
• You will contact the supervising OT when direct intervention is needed to change an occupational therapy treatment plan or when medical problems exist that necessitate attention
• You will provide recommendations for assistive devices and equipment as needed to improve function and independence at home
• You will 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
• You will 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

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical
• Dental
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed