OT - Occupational Therapist

Origin Travel Nurses; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Onboarding support

Clinical support

401k plan

Recruiter matching

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitative interventions under supervision, assisting patients with cognitive and physical functioning disorders and documenting progress in our clinical system.

The full-time position requires at least 1 year of OTA experience, LTC or rehabilitation settings, and a valid COTA license. ARMStaffing offers comprehensive benefits and support services to its staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Experience in Long-Term Care (LTC) or Rehabilitation settings.
• Valid COTA license required.

Responsibilities

• Administer rehabilitation procedures as part of patient treatment plans including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, and use of assistive devices.
• Assess patient progress and collaborate with the supervising Occupational Therapist to modify treatment plans as required.
• Document all treatment and progress in the electronic documentation system in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Provide consultation to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers regarding cognitive and physical disorders.
• Participate in care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other required training and in-services.
• Support and supervise students under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.

Education

COTA license

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist Assistant will utilize evidence-based practices to provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with cognitive and/or physical functioning disorders under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. This role is essential for supporting patient recovery and improving quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Administer various rehabilitation procedures as part of patient treatment plans including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, therapeutic exercises, and the use of assistive devices.
• Assess patient progress and collaborate with the supervising Occupational Therapist to modify treatment plans as required.
• Document all treatment and progress in the electronic documentation system in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Provide consultation to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers regarding cognitive and physical disorders.
• Participate in care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other required training and in-services.
• Support and supervise students under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with an 8-hour day shift schedule.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Experience in Long-Term Care (LTC) or Rehabilitation settings.
• Valid COTA license required.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!