Occupational Therapy Assistant Inpatient

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling and peer support

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Wichita, KS. The role involves supporting patient recovery through personalized treatment plans and collaborating with occupational therapists to monitor progress. Candidates must have a BLS Provider certification and be credentialed as a Certified Rehab Therapist from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts. This position offers a day shift schedule and includes various benefits to support employees.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire required.
• Certified Rehab Therapist credential from Kansas Board of Healing Arts required.

Responsibilities

• Support patient recovery through personalized treatment plans.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adapting goals as necessary.
• Educate patients and families on adaptive equipment usage.
• Document patient progress for discharge planning.

Skills

Patient recovery support

Therapeutic techniques

Education on physical limitations

Documentation of patient progress

Education

High School diploma equivalency or Associate's degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Ascension Via Christi, Rehabilitation Hospital

Department/Specialty: Occupational Therapy Assistant

Schedule: Day shift | PRN

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Support patient recovery by implementing personalized treatment plans and using specialized therapeutic techniques to help individuals regain daily living skills.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress in real-time, collaborating closely with occupational therapists to adapt goals and ensure the most effective care path.
• Empower patients and their families through clear education on physical limitations and the proper use of adaptive equipment for a safe transition home.
• Create seamless care transitions by documenting detailed patient progress and providing essential insights for discharge planning and community support.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (COTA) credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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