Occupational Therapist Assistant

Presbyterian Homes & Services; Oak Park Heights (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage

Online continuing education

Scholarship program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Internal promotion opportunities

Great work-life balance

Job summary

Presbyterian Homes & Services in Minnesota is seeking an On Call Occupational Therapist Assistant to support Boutwells Landing in Oak Park Heights. You will provide treatment per the plan of care, participate in goal setting, and communicate with residents, families, and staff.

The role offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, mileage reimbursement, education resources, and opportunities for internal promotion within a mission-driven nonprofit serving older adults.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Current licensure in the state(s) of practice as required.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment per the established plan of care and in accordance with physician orders.
• Assist in identifying goals, prioritizing treatment, and selecting appropriate interventions.
• Continuously assess changes in functional deficits and adjust treatment as appropriate.
• Provide education to residents/clients, families, caregivers, and staff.
• Collaborate with therapist on observations, progress towards goals, and recommended updates to plan of care and discharge.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation & billing in electronic medical record.
• Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of payer sources and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with therapist on supervisory visits per regulations.
• Communicate effectively with residents/clients, families, caregivers, physicians, referral sources, and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Mission compatibility

English communication

Education

Accredited OTA program

Current state licensure

Job description

Overview

Put Your Purpose To Work We Have a Place for YOU

Find purpose and passion in your work with a team focused on enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is a non-profit organization looking for someone like you, who is focused on living out your calling to serve. YOU become part of the most important resource in our ministry--focused on serving older adults, empowering them to live their best lives wherever they call home! You benefit from a cohesive, in-house therapy team and supportive organization with opportunities to learn and grow.

Boutwells Landing in Oak Park Heights, Minnesotais seeking an On Call Occupational Therapist Assistant.

WHY BECOME A THERAPIST WITH PHS?

• Great work/life balance and flexible schedules

• Competitive pay and annual increases

• Use your strengths to serve multiple settings – TCU/SNF, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home Health, and Outpatient

• Spend more time with your residents/clients with reasonable productivity expectations

• Paid mileage and drive time if traveling between communities

• Access to online continuing education courses & podcasts

• Scholarship program – awards up to $5,250 per year!

• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Opportunities for growth and internal promotion!

Responsibilities

As an Occupational Therapist Assistant you will be responsible to:

• Provide treatment per the established plan of care and in accordance with physician orders.

• Assist in identifying goals, prioritizing treatment, and selecting appropriate interventions.

• Continuously assess changes in functional deficits and adjust treatment as appropriate.

• Provide education to residents/clients, families, caregivers, and staff.

• Collaborate with therapist on observations, progress towards goals, and recommended updates to plan of care and discharge.

• Provide accurate and timely documentation & billing in electronic medical record.

• Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of payer sources and regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate with therapist on supervisory visits per regulations.

• Communicate effectively with residents/clients, families, caregivers, physicians, referral sources, and interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.

• Current licensure in the state(s) of practice as required.

• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Pay Range

The estimated starting pay range for this role is $27.58 - $31.88 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS’s typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends upon many factors including each individual employee’s qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.

Benefits

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

• Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA

• Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans

• Life insurance (AD&D)

• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match

• Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

• Vision insurance

• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability

• Accident & hospitalization coverage

• Education assistance programs

All employees:

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)

• Same-day pay

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• College partnership educational discounts

• Access to Learn to Live Resources

About PHS

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Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organizationprovidinga broad array of high-quality housing choices,careand services options for older adults. Some8,000employees serve more than41,800 older adults through 60PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota,Iowaand Wisconsin, and through Optage®home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposefullivingandthe overallwell-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.