Geriatric OT Assistant — Flexible PRN (Spokane)

Building Therapy Leaders; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Paid Time Off

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

South Hill Rehabilitation and Care Center in Spokane, WA is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our in-house rehab program. The role involves evaluating, planning, and delivering rehabilitative interventions for patients with physical functioning needs.

You will work with an in-house therapy team, coordinate with caregivers, and contribute to discharge planning while complying with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Occupational Therapy Assistant license is required.
• Open to COTAs at all experience levels. New Grads are welcome!

Responsibilities

• Conduct effective screening and evaluation of patients with physical functioning disorders and/or wound care, developing appropriate care plans adhering to regulatory and clinical standards.
• Deliver rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with physical functioning disorders and/or wound care, in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• The role involves regular standing and walking throughout the facility and occasional lifting, transferring, and repositioning of patients and equipment. Physical demands vary throughout the day based on patient care needs.
• Administer various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan, including manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, modalities, use of supportive and assistive devices, and wound care.
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers regarding physical disorders.
• Generate comprehensive discharge summaries of services provided, ensuring compliance with regulatory and clinical requirements.

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant license

Job description

South Hill Rehabilitation and Care Center in Spokane, WA is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our in-house rehab program. The role involves evaluating, planning, and delivering rehabilitative interventions for patients with physical functioning needs.

You will work with an in-house therapy team, coordinate with caregivers, and contribute to discharge planning while complying with regulatory standards.