Occupational Therapist Assistant

Wheatridge Manor Care Center; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with Rx benefits

Dental insurance

Vision care

401k

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, is seeking dedicated Occupational Therapist Assistants to provide patient care and support. The ideal candidate will demonstrate compassion and teamwork, ensuring residents receive quality care with dignity. Responsibilities include assisting residents as directed by licensed therapists, upholding ethical standards, and promoting a respectful environment. Strong commitment to company values and successful program completion required. This role offers comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Assistant Program.
• Must have current registration/licensure as Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care as directed by licensed therapist.
• Ensures residents are treated with kindness and dignity.
• Models positive behavior promoting teamwork.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification as Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job description

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
• 401k
• Paid vacation