Licensed OT Assistant — Senior Care Rehab Team

Sweetwater Care; Hiawatha (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a caring and dynamic Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our in-house rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing setting. You will work with a dedicated team to help seniors regain quality of life, following an established treatment plan and under the supervision of a licensed OT.

Responsibilities include administering therapy per plan of care, documenting progress, and participating in care plan meetings.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Experience in skilled nursing settings is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients according to the plan of care under supervision of the Licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Communicate patient progress, concerns, and plans to the OT.
• Provide therapy as directed by the OT based on patient presentation and instructions.
• Participate in patient care meetings when requested by Rehab Director.
• Document treatment and progress notes; assist with discharge summaries and billing per policy.
• Follow state practice acts and code of conduct relevant to OTAs.
• Adhere to facility policies and code of conduct.

Skills

Licensed Occupational TherapyAssistant

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking a caring and dynamic Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our in-house rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing setting. You will work with a dedicated team to help seniors regain quality of life, following an established treatment plan and under the supervision of a licensed OT.

Responsibilities include administering therapy per plan of care, documenting progress, and participating in care plan meetings.