Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) #C-OTA-8750338

AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing; California, Pleasant Hill (MO, CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing company is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a contract position in Pleasant Hill, CA. The role involves assisting therapists with patient evaluations, developing treatment plans, and ensuring patient care and safety. Candidates must hold a valid state license and be ready to start ASAP. This position offers a competitive travel rate and is set for a duration of 14 weeks.

Qualifications

• Valid and active Occupational Therapy Assistant State license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating patients and developing treatment plans.
• Educate patients on assistive devices and keep records.
• Adhere to safety protocols and provide emotional support.

Skills

Patient Care

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant State license

Job description

Summary:

• Ref #: C-OTA-8750338
• Profession: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Job Type: Contract/Travel
• Location: Pleasant Hill, CA
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 14 weeks
• Schedule: 08:00 AM-04:30 PM
• Rate: Travel: $1,548/36-hours; Local: $1,526/36-hours

Requirements:

• Valid and active Occupational Therapy Assistant State license.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in evaluating patients to identify their physical and functional limitations.
• Collaborate with the Occupational Therapist to develop individualized treatment plans based on patient.
• Carry out interventions and activities to enhance patients' motor skills, mobility, and daily independence.
• Educate patients on the proper use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment to enhance their functional abilities.
• Keep precise and up-to-date patient records, noting progress, treatments, and condition changes.
• Offer patients and families guidance and training for at-home exercises to aid their ongoing recovery.
• Keep in touch with the Occupational Therapist and the healthcare team for coordinated patient care.
• Adhere to safety and infection control protocols, ensuring a safe therapy environment for patients.
• Offer emotional support and encouragement to patients as they work towards achieving their therapeutic goals.
• Other duties assigned by Management.