Occupational Thrpy Asst-PRN

CommonSpirit Health at Home; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Deaconess Home Health in Jasper, IN is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for PRN/8-hour day shifts. The OTA will work with the OT and home health team to plan and implement home-based therapy services, focusing on patient safety, functional improvement, and family education.

Requirements include an AAS in OTA studies, active OTA license, CPR/BLS certification, 1 year of OTA experience, and a valid driver’s license. NestMed ambient AI technology is referenced in the role context.

Qualifications

• AAS degree in occupational therapy assistant studies.
• Active registered OTA license in the state of practice.
• CPR/BLS Certification.
• One-year OTA experience in a clinical setting.
• Current driver’s license.
• Compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial abilities and develop therapy plans.
• Teach home safety, adaptive equipment use, and activities of daily living.
• Maintain accurate records of patient progress and treatment plans for compliance.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with the OT and home health team to coordinate care.

Skills

Active OTA license

CPR/BLS Certification

1 year OTA experience

Current Driver's License

Education

AAS degree in occupational therapy assistant studies

Job description

• Deaconess Home Health in Jasper, IN - HIRING - Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN****NestMed ambient AI technology****
• 8-hour Day Shift - Mileage Reimbursement (58.5 cents per mile)- No After Hour On Call Requirements*

Job Summary And Responsibilities

• Deaconess Home Health in Jasper, IN - HIRING - Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN****NestMed ambient AI technology****
• 8-hour Day Shift - Mileage Reimbursement (58.5 cents per mile)- No After Hour On Call Requirements*

At Deaconess Home Health, we strive to embody our mission of delivering hope and healing to those we serve. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist Assistant to join the Deaconess Home Health team. The OTA will work collaboratively with the OT and other interdisciplinary team members to plan, implement and evaluate occupational therapy services for patients in their homes.

****NestMed ambient AI technology****

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial abilities to determine therapy needs. Develop and implement personalized treatment plans that may include exercises’, adaptive techniques, and use of assistive devices to improve patients functional abilities.
• Teach patients and family members about home safety, adaptive equipment, and strategies to manage daily activities effectively.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of patient progress, treatment plans, and modifications to therapy programs for compliance and regulatory standards.
• Monitor patients progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to meet changing needs. Utilize outcome-based measures to assess the effectiveness of therapy interventions.
• Collaborate and communicate patient’s change in condition with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other home health team members.

Job Requirements

• Associates of applied science (AAS) degree in occupational therapy assistant studies or a related field.
• Active registered OTA license in the state which you practice
• Must obtain and maintain current CPR/BLS Certification
• One-year Occupational Therapy Assistant experience in a clinical setting.
• Current Drivers License
• Comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations

Ready to Make a Difference?

At CommonSpirit Health at Home, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We value the unique contributions of all individuals, including minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Where You'll Work

Deaconess Home Health is part of an expansive health care network that is committed to providing better patient care, with better outcomes, where it is best received, at home. As a faith-based organization, we are committed to finding new ways to improve the health of our patients and their families and the health of the communities we serve. Rooted in humankindness, our ministry is at the heart of everything we do and can be seen in every patient we touch.

Pay Range

$27.43 - $40.80 /hour