Occupational Therapy Assistant (Journey Travel) - COTA

Powerback Rehabilitation; Colorado; Vor Ort; USD 62.000 - 69.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Visa sponsorship

Relocation assistance

Journey Travel Program

CEUs via Medbridge

Zusammenfassung

Powerback Rehabilitation is seeking a Traveling Occupational Therapy Assistant to support Journey Traveler assignments nationwide. You will implement OT programs, promote independence, and collaborate with Occupational Therapists to plan care across settings.

Applicants must graduate from an ACOTE/ACOTE-accredited program, hold NBCOT certification, and be licensure-eligible. The position requires travel and temporary residency away from home, with full-time hours and competitive pay.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Initial certification from NBCOT and licensure or eligibility.
• Willingness to travel and reside away from home.

Aufgaben

• Travel nationwide for 13-week assignments to implement OT programs and provide treatments.
• Deliver rehab services aligned with each patient’s plan of care and document timely.
• Collaborate with the rehab team to develop and implement programs.
• Instruct patients and families in OT techniques under supervision.
• Maintain equipment and organize treatment groups as needed.
• Uphold patient-first care with compassionate, high-quality service.

Kenntnisse

Travel-ready

Teamwork

Documentation

Patient care

Ausbildung

ACOTE-accredited program

NBCOT certification

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits:We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads:Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education:Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance:We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback:Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

• The Occupational Therapy Assistant - Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13 week assignments. This position provides flexibility to travel the country and work in various settings. On assignment the Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services.
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
• Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
• Implements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist.
• Provides individualized occupational therapy interventions including application of therapeutic techniques in such areas as, but not limited to:
• cognitive skills
• muscle strength
• coordination
• endurance
• mobility
• perceptual abilities
• sensory awareness
• sitting and standing tolerance
• balance
• activities of daily living
• joint protection
• work simplification
• orientation
• physical agent modalities
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards.
• Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• They must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
• They must be available to travel to and temporarily reside in locations outside of the therapists primary home.

Posted Salary Range: USD $45.00 - USD $50.00 /Hr.