Occupational Therapy Assistant

Orchards; Southgate, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house Rehab (non-contracted)

New Grads welcome

Job summary

The Orchards at Southgate in Michigan is seeking a Per Diem Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our in-house rehab team.

This PRN role delivers skilled OT services in a SNF/long-term care setting under supervision of a licensed OT, with opportunities for new grads to apply.

Qualifications

• Active/valid MI license as OTA.
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification.
• Experience in SNF/long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer treatment to residents to relieve pain, restore or improve function, and promote healing.
• Provides skilled OT services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Relays information and referrals to the Occupational Therapist.
• Ensure all treatment is delivered per plan of care.
• Complete required forms and documentation per policy and regulations.
• Attend required rehab director meetings.

Skills

SNF/Long term care experience

Treatment practices

Personality management

Net Health EHR

Education

MI OTA license

COTA certification

Tools

Net Health

Job description

The Orchards at Southgate has an amazing opportunity for a Per Diem (PRN) Occupational Therapy Assistant in Southgate, MI!

We are looking for an OTA to join our in-house team of outstanding professionals that service our residents through person-centered care to achieve positive outcomes!

At The Orchards at Southgate,, our clinical teams service with compassion and commitment to quality care. Our staff is dedicated to providing customized care options for our residents and collaborate to create these programs and best practices with the intention of exceeding industry standards.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Responsibilities:

• Plan and administer treatment to residents and patients with temporary or long-term disabilities to relieve pain, restore or improve function, and promote healing.

• Provides skilled occupational therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist

• Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Occupational Therapist

• Assure all treatment is delivered in accordance with an established plan of care.

• Provide clinical support and instruct patients, families, and caregivers.

• Monitor patient response to treatment intervention.

• Complete required forms and documentation in accordance with company policy and state/federal regulations

• Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Skills:

• SNF/Long term care experience preferred.

• Current knowledge of treatment practices

• Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.

• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Requirements:

• Active/Valid MI license as Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Valid certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards

Career Advantages:

• In-house Rehab (non-contracted)!

• New Grads welcome to apply!