Occupational Therapy Assistant

ACHE; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS is seeking a day shift, full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). You will deliver care per established plans, supervise clinical staff, and promote OT services across the organization and community.

Requirements include an OTA associate degree, active Kansas OT license, CPR, and BLS within 14 days of hire. Previous medical or rehabilitation setting experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Active OTA license in Kansas.
• CPR certification.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs delivery of care following occupational therapy plans of care, and assures delivery of prescribed care to assigned patients consistent with AOTA standards and Kansas regulations.
• Provides direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff.
• Promotes occupational therapy services and professional development throughout the organization and community.
• Reports to the assigned leader of department

Skills

Delivery of care

Clinical supervision

Professional development

Education

Associates degree in OTA

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) in Topeka, KS.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities:

• Performs delivery of care following occupational therapy plans of care, and assures delivery of prescribed care to assigned patients consistent with standards of practice defined by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the occupational therapy practice act in the State of Kansas.
• Provides direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff.
• Promotes occupational therapy services and professional development throughout the organization and community.
• Reports to the assigned leader of department

Job Requirements:

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in State of Kansas.
• CPR certification.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Previous medical setting or rehabilitation setting experience.