Occupational Therapy Assistant (Journey Travel) - COTA

Powerback; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading company in rehabilitation services as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. This role involves traveling nationwide for assignments, implementing therapy programs, and providing essential treatments under supervision to help patients achieve independence and enhance their quality of life. Ideal candidates will possess strong cognitive and physical skills and be passionate about making a difference in patient care.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program

Free CEUs through Medbridge

Exclusive discounts on various services

PowerZone Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of practice.
• Available to travel and temporarily reside in different locations.

Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy programs and treatments under supervision.
• Attend patient care meetings and contribute to patient care decisions.
• Maintain documentation for all patients treated.

Skills

Cognitive skills

Muscle strength

Coordination

Endurance

Mobility

Perceptual abilities

Sensory awareness

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Initial certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (Journey Travel) - COTA

Occupational Therapy Assistant (Journey Travel) - COTA

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Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $50.00/hr

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 and Part-Time team members.

Support For New Grads & Clinical Fellows

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.

Qualifications

Performs other related duties as required.

• 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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