Occupational Therapy Assistant — New Grads Encouraged

Apple-Reha; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolcott Hall Nursing Center in Torrington, CT, is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide quality resident care and support the rehabilitation program.

Graduate of an AOTA accredited OTA program and eligible for licensure. NEW GRADS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. The OTA will work under the Rehabilitation Director and OT to help residents maintain functional abilities and improve independence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AOTA accredited OTA program and eligible for licensure in their state of practice.
• NEW GRADS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

Responsibilities

• Complies with ethical, regulatory, procedural and professional standards and practice guidelines as defined by state of licensure.
• Assists the OT in providing occupational therapy treatments to residents as determined by the Plan of Care as directed by the OT
• Manages caseload with supervisor by scheduling treatment individually or in groups while maintaining efficiency expectations.
• Instructs resident, family, and caregivers in OT procedures to be continued upon discharge.
• Adheres to PPS guidelines, ensures all OT documentation/treatment conforms to documentation/billing policies and procedures.
• Working with OT, provides oversight and direction techs and assists in the supervision and education of affiliating students.
• Assists in the assurance that the physical surroundings and equipment are sanitary, orderly and free from conditions that may cause safety hazards.

Education

Graduate of AOTA accredited OTA program and eligible for licensure in their state of practice

Job description

Wolcott Hall Nursing Center in Torrington, CT, is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide quality resident care and support the rehabilitation program.

Graduate of an AOTA accredited OTA program and eligible for licensure. NEW GRADS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. The OTA will work under the Rehabilitation Director and OT to help residents maintain functional abilities and improve independence.