Student-OT Assistant

Genesis Administrative Services • State College, PA

12h

About The Position

Powerback Rehabilitation is seeking Occupational Therapy Assistant students who are completing or scheduled for a clinical rotation with Powerback and are preparing to pursue Occupational Therapy Assistant opportunities. The student implements occupational therapy programs and provides treatments to help patients increase independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, and Clinical Instructor.

The role supports patient care across rehabilitation settings and involves delivering individualized interventions, collaborating with the rehabilitation team, educating patients and caregivers, and maintaining timely documentation. Students are expected to follow Powerback policies and procedures and provide care in a compassionate, patient-centered environment.

Requirements

• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow Powerback Rehabilitation policies and procedures described during onboarding and orientation.
• Attend and contribute to patient care and staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of Occupational Therapy, under the direction of an Occupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Deliver rehabilitation services efficiently, follow established plans of care and schedules, and document services on time under the supervision of the Clinical Instructor.
• Work with rehabilitation team members to develop programs and activities suited to each patient's needs and capabilities, under the supervision of the Clinical Instructor.
• Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in the skills and techniques used in occupational therapy treatment programs under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Maintain appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated under the supervision of the Clinical Instructor.
• Clean and maintain equipment and identify and report equipment requiring repair, as necessary, under supervision.
• Provide caring, compassionate patient service that recognizes patients' and families' needs and rights and supports high-quality care.
• Implement individualized treatment plans established by the primary Occupational Therapist under the supervision of the Clinical Instructor.
• Provide individualized occupational therapy interventions, including therapeutic techniques addressing cognitive skills, muscle strength, coordination, endurance, mobility, perceptual abilities, sensory awareness, sitting and standing tolerance, balance, activities of daily living, joint protection, work simplification, orientation, and physical agent modalities.
• Organize and facilitate treatment groups in consultation with an Occupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Perform other related duties as required under the supervision of the Clinical Instructor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members; dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
• Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
• Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new graduates, beginning on day one.
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and relocation assistance.
• Journey Travel Program offering opportunities to work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Discounts on wireless/TV services, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other services.
• PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
• Clinicians in Action professional development program.

What This Job Offers

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