Occupational Therapist Assistant

Uptown Care Center; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid vacation

Job summary

Uptown Care Center in Denver seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to collaborate with licensed therapists in providing patient-centered care. You will support daily therapy activities, promote dignity and independence, and ensure safety and comfort for residents.

Responsibilities include assisting therapists, promoting teamwork, and adhering to policies while traveling between facilities as needed. A valid OTA registration is required, and commitment to compassionate care is essential for

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program.
• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Must have current registration/licensure as Occupational Therapist Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to company's mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior.
• Promotes teamwork by sharing information useful to achieving desired results.
• Ensures that residents are treated with kindness, dignity, and respect, and their rights are protected.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Professional conduct

Adaptability

Education

Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program

High school diploma or equivalent

Current OTA licensure/registration

Job description

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?

What We're About

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements

• You care.

Position Summary

Provides patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist and in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements and Company policies and procedures.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to company's mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior.
• Models a positive and professional image that emulates the organization's mission and encourages a spirit of cooperation with co-workers. Assists co-workers and promotes teamwork by sharing information useful to achieving desired results.
• Ensures that all residents are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect, and their rights are protected at all times.
• Respects and upholds all residents' personal and property rights whenever carrying out duties, including knocking before entering a resident's room.
• Complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist.
• Travel or float between facilities as determined by supervisor and patient needs

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program
• Successful completion of certificate/state licensure process for Physical or Occupational Therapy Assistants
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Commitment to the company mission to consistently deliver high quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion and integrity, and to enrich every life we touch. Embracing the company values of care & compassion, community, honesty & integrity, teamwork, innovation and safety.
• Must have current registration/licensure as Occupational Therapist Assistant

Benefits

• Medical insurance with Rx benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• Paid vacation