Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN

TMC; Baxter Springs (KS); On-site; USD 42,705 - 46,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!

Flexible Scheduling

CEU and State Licensure Reimbursement

13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays

Plus one free Floating Holiday every year!

Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities

Mental Wellbeing Support Program

Health, Dental, and Vision

Retirement benefits (including 401k company match)

Job summary

TMC is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN located in Baxter Springs, Kansas to assist in rehabilitation services. The ideal candidate will work under the supervision of licensed therapists, delivering treatment and ensuring patient care according to established guidelines.

Benefits include flexible scheduling, tuition reimbursement for new grads, and opportunities for internal growth. We highly value our employees and aim to provide a culture of care within our community.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Certification in accordance with the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Licensed by the State in the designated geographic area in his/her respective therapy profession.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection and evaluation under the supervision of an OTR.
• Perform clinical functions, execution of treatment plans and delivery of treatment.
• Communicate and interact with team members and families.

Skills

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Certification in accordance with the American Occupational Therapy Association

Licensed by the State in the designated geographic area

Ability to lift and transport patients safely

Ability to perform a minimum of minimal assist transfer

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN

Department: Inspire Therapy Solutions

Employment Type: Flexible

Location: Quaker Hill Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Reporting To: Derek Pritchard

Compensation: $31.00 - $34.00 / hour

Description

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers, and we’re seeking team members ready to join something greater than a company. We’re looking for therapists who are prepared to make giving back the core of everything they do – and we extend that commitment back to our team members, helping you enhance your skills, remain current on regulations and new technology, and advancing your personal and professional growth. If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can see your career grow, TMC is the partner you’ve been waiting for. We take pride in the opportunities we offer our employees as we seek leadership within our current teams. TMC is also committed to a culture of caring, not just for those we serve but for our own teams. With TMC, therapy doesn’t just make a living; it makes a difference. Come be part of something bigger than a job!

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with data collection and evaluation, as allowed, under the supervision of an OTR.
• Under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist, performs clinical functions: screens, execution of treatment plans, and delivery of treatment in accordance with Medicare and state guidelines, as well as facility and TMC policies and procedures as well as modifies treatment approaches and adapts interventions according to the resident’s needs.
• Communicates and interacts with other team members and the individual's family, or caregivers in collaborations with an OTR.
• Maintains treatment area, equipment, and supply inventory as required. Maintains records and documentation required by work settings under the supervision of an OTR.
• Terminates services formulating discontinuation and follow-up plans when maximum benefit is received under the supervision of an OTR.
• Maintains records required by practice setting, third-party payers, and regulatory agencies under the supervision of an OTR.
• Provides in-service education to team members and the community especially in the area of established service competency under the supervision of an OTR. Participates in professional and community activities.
• Functions according to the AOTA Code of Ethics (AOTA, 1988) and Standards of Practice (AOTA, 1992) of the profession.
• Participates in organizational activities and committees.
• Communicates with patient’s physician as necessary regarding patient’s progress, treatments, etc., in consultation with the supervising OTR.
• Contributes to program planning and development in collaboration with an OTR.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Certification in accordance with the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Licensed by the State in the designated geographic area in his/her respective therapy profession.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform the following tasks without posing a threat to the health or safety of him/herself or others without risk to self, co-workers, caregivers, or patient; lift, turn, move position, and transport the patient into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform a minimum of minimal assist transfer. Minimal assist transfers are defined for purposes of this document as the ability to lift and control 50 pounds.

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

• New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!
• Flexible Scheduling.
• CEU and State Licensure Reimbursement.
• 13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays.
• Plus one free Floating Holiday every year!
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program.
• Health, Dental, and Vision.
• Retirement benefits (including 401k company match).