Occupational Therapist Assistant

Lbhealthcenter; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with Rx benefits

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid vacation

Job summary

LB Health Center in Long Beach, CA is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering patient-centered care. You will assist with activities, document progress, and help maintain a compassionate, safe care environment.

The role requires graduation from an accredited OTA program and current state licensure, with a commitment to teamwork, ethics, and high quality, person-centered care. Travel between facilities may be required to meet patient needs.

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 deliver high quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion and integrity, and to enrich every life we touch
• Must have current registration/licensure as Occupational Therapist Assistant

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates commitment to the 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

Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Communication

Professionalism

Education

Graduate of an accredited OTA program

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