Occupational Therapy Assistant: Rehab & Daily Living

Vineyards Health; Livermore (CA); Presencial; USD 58.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid sick leave

PTO

Vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Vineyards Healthcare Center in Livermore, CA is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists, participate in assessments, plan and implement therapeutic activities, and help residents regain independence.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, education for patients and families, and maintaining equipment and records. Open to Full-Time or PRN; benefits include paid time off and retirement plan.

Formación

• Graduate of program accredited by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant experience preferred.
• Skilled Nursing experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Selects therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities. Observes and records patients’ progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintains this information in client records.
• Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient.
• Instructs patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
• Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients like dressing and grooming.
• Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use.
• Alters treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect.
• Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games.
• Teaches patients how to deal constructively with their emotions.
• Transports patients to and from the occupational therapy work area.
• Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, and documenting health insurance billings.
• Orders educational and treatment supplies.

Educación

Graduate of program accredited by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

Descripción del empleo

Vineyards Healthcare Center in Livermore, CA is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists, participate in assessments, plan and implement therapeutic activities, and help residents regain independence.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, education for patients and families, and maintaining equipment and records. Open to Full-Time or PRN; benefits include paid time off and retirement plan.