Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) | Home Health

Topeka KS; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios

Flexible assignments

Online training, CEUs

Tuition discounts through Rasmussen

Healthcare, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K,

Life Insurance

Job summary

Interim HealthCare is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide therapy in patients' homes across the Topeka & Lawrence area. You will assess daily living activities and implement plans to improve independence, safety, and quality of life.

The role emphasizes 1:1 patient care, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and adherence to state home health regulations. A Kansas OTA license and CPR are required, with opportunities for CEUs and tuition discounts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OTA license in Kansas.
• CPR certification and knowledge of home health regulations.
• Good clinical judgment and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks at home.
• Collaborate with home health team focusing on plan of care and goals.
• Assist exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination.
• Suggest adaptive equipment to support independence in daily activities.
• Introduce home safety strategies and educate patient and family on plan of care.

Skills

CPR certification

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Education

Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program

Active OTA license in Kansas

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) | Home Health | Full-Time

in the Topeka & Lawrence, Kansas Area

Embark on a new career path where therapy is customized to a patient’s life and outcomes are optimized. As a Home Health OTA, you’ll help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of home.

Interim HealthCare® is the nation’s first home care company and leading employer of Home Health OTs & OTAs. We understand the importance of personalized therapy to patients in need of creative strategies to make daily activities easier. As a Home Health OTA, you’ll help people get back to the things they love in the place where life is lived. If this ignites your passion for therapy, you are made for this!

Our Home Health Occupational Therapists enjoy some excellent benefits:

• Up to $62,500 Annual Salary
• 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
• Healthcare, Dental, Vision, PTO, Free Learning Courses, Competitive Pay, 401K, Life Insurance

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:

• Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and personal goals
• Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination
• Suggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added support
• Introduce strategies to improve home safety
• Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-care

A few must-haves for Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistants:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OTA license in Kansas
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

The Stehley Family has locally owned and operated Interim Healthcare in the State of Kansas for 47 years. Interim Healthcare of Topeka, Manhattan, and Lawrence is the only agency in these areas that offers the full continuum of care - which consists of Home Health, Hospice, Private Duty, and Staffing Services. Our Mission Statement is 'We Improve People’s Lives', and that is the core of what we believe in here at Interim Healthcare. If you are looking to join a company that is growing & has a family culture, this may be the job you have been looking for! Nationally, Interim HealthCare has been providing great jobs to great people for over 50 years and there are more than 300 offices across the country. That kind of stability combined with our commitment to integrity makes us your perfect career partner.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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