Occupational Therapist Assistant- Home Care Services

LeadingAge Virginia; Rocky Mount (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus Eligible

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Rocky Mount, VA seeks an Occupational Therapist Assistant for Home Care Services. The role supports an OT-led plan of care in patients' homes and clinical settings, with travel between patient homes and facility work as needed.

The position emphasizes collaboration with therapists, clients, and families; requires VA licensure and BLS-HCP within six months, and offers a sign-on bonus with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree from an AOTA accredited program.
• Experience: None.
• Licensure: Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia; BLS-HCP within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care based on therapist evaluation and plan of care in age-appropriate manner.
• Coordinates care with therapists, team leaders, families and other health care staff.
• Documents in medical records and completes forms per regulatory policies.
• Supervises staff and students to support efficient clinical activity and quality care.
• Performs activities within scope of certification and per instructions from OT.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Associate degree from an AOTA accredited program

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant- Home Care Services

Employment Status:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Facility:

390 S Main St - Rocky Mount

Requisition Number:

R163169 Occupational Therapist Assistant- Home Care Services (Open)

How Youll Help Transform Healthcare:

An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected, and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award-winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

The Occupational Therapist Assistant performs selected procedures under the direction of a licensed Occupational therapist who has evaluated the patient and developed a plan of care. Provides services in compliance with regulations governing the practice of occupational therapy and during the course of treatment, takes into consideration the patients chronological and developmental ages.

Home Care patient base. Company equipment. Sign on bonus Eligible**

The Occupational Therapist Assistant

• Provides patient care based upon therapist evaluation and plan of care and takes into consideration the patients age and level of development when implementing treatment programs and assisting with changes in treatment goals.
• Coordinates patient care and clinical activities through written and/or verbal communication with patients, families, therapists, Clinical Team Leaders, mangers and other members of the health care team.
• Documents in the patient's medical record and completes other patient care-related forms in compliance with regulatory agencies and department/hospital policies and procedures.
• Supervises and collaborates with support staff, volunteers and students to achieve efficient clinical activity and quality patient care.
• Participates in other patient care and department/professional activities as requested/assigned including but not limited to presenting/attending in-services, performance improvement, program development/evaluation, new employee orientation, committee membership, peer review and attending staff meetings.
• Performs job within scope of certification, age-specific criteria, departmental guidelines/protocols, and per OTR and physician instructions performs individualized patient treatment programs.
• Work is performed primarily indoors in a clinical setting including hospital, nursing home or outpatient sites. May be required to work at other Carilion facilities to meet staffing needs, in which case will provide own transportation. For Home Care Departments work is performed at patients home. On occasion work may be performed outside of a clinic setting such as work with the driving program, hydrotherapy or home evaluations. Home care practitioners must provide own transportation and travel daily between patient homes.

What We Require:

• Education: Associate degree from an AOTA accredited program.
• Experience: none
• Licensure/Certification: Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia. AHA BLS-HCP required within six months of employment.
• Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required.

This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Compensation Range:

$25.77 - $38.66

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when youre away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, well enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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