Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Sevita Health; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide essential occupational therapy treatments to individuals recovering from various injuries and conditions. You'll work closely with a licensed occupational therapist to develop and implement treatment plans, ensuring that each participant receives the highest quality care. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve while enjoying a supportive work environment and opportunities for career advancement. If you are passionate about helping others and want to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Benefits

Paid Training

Holiday Pay

Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited COTA program with A.A.S. in OT.
• Two years experience in neuro-rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer occupational therapy treatment to program participants.
• Document therapy sessions and maintain billing logs.
• Confer with healthcare staff to evaluate treatment programs.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Therapeutic Exercises

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Heating Modalities

Education

High School Diploma

Graduation from accredited COTA program

Tools

Occupational Therapy Equipment

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Do you have experience in human services and want to work for a company that positively impacts the lives of the many individuals it serves? In the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant role, you will help this company in its commitment to serving others by administering occupational therapy treatment to program participants according to a program plan developed by a licensed occupational therapist.

• Assure all program participants receive scheduled occupational therapy treatments and document therapy sessions.
• Perform active, passive and/or resistive therapeutic exercises, general therapy principles on program participants.
• Demonstrate knowledge of indications and contra-indications of heating modalities and techniques.
• Fabricate appropriate splints under instruction of occupational therapist and instruct program participants in splint wear and care.
• Train program participants in homebound and community level, including endurance training.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of occupational therapy equipment and therapeutic exercise treatments.
• Confer with staff members and other health care members to exchange, discuss and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment program and participate in treatment planning with trans-disciplinary team as requested. Adhere to ethics of confidentiality.
• Take inventory of current occupational therapy equipment and confer with department regarding current status and future needs. Request supplies as needed.
• Maintain or check daily billing logs for program participants.
• Follow daily scheduling patterns, communicate with staff, and adjust schedules as needed for flexibility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and graduate of an accredited COTA program with A.A.S. in OT
• Two years experience in neuro–rehabilitation preferred
• Licensed as COTA/L in State.
• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  

Why Join Us?

• Full, Part-time, and as-needed schedules available
• Paid Time Off and Health benefits for full-time employees.
• Paid training and holiday pay
• Career development and advancement opportunities across a nationwide network
• Work with some of the best co-workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve
• Enjoy complex work that makes a difference in the lives of those we serve
• Since our funding comes from Federal and State payers, we offer stability, and secure work opportunities

We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

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