Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,252 per week

TotalMed Allied

Siloam Springs (AR)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapy Assistant for a 13-week assignment in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. The role requires 1 year of OTA experience, a current BLS and COTA certification, and state licensure.

As an OTA, you will support an OT to help patients develop daily living skills, perform therapy activities, document progress, and collaborate with the care team. This position offers travel benefits and weekly pay.

Qualifications

1 year of OTA experience required.
Current BLS and COTA National certification required.
State licensure required.
Ability to lift and assist patients safely; strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of anatomy and motor function for OT practice.

Responsibilities

Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT.
Document patient performance and progress per guidelines.
Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support coordinated care.
Comply with state licensing rules and facility standards.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Anatomy knowledge

Patient assistance

Education

COTA National Certification

State Licensure

BLS Certification

Job description

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Siloam Springs, Arkansas.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant

Discipline: Therapy

Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week

Shift: 8 hours, days

Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) for an immediate travel opening in Siloam Springs, AR. The right OTA should have 1 year of experience. Read below for more requirements.

As an OTA, you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients of all ages develop, improve, or recover the skills needed for daily living and working. You will assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and functional abilities.

Responsibilities

Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

Requirements*

BLS, 1 Year* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Additional Qualifications

Must have 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. The ideal candidate must hold a current BLS and COTA National certification. State-specific licensure is required. OTAs should be able to lift and assist patients safely, demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles.

Compensation

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1489652. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Occupational Therapy Assistant - OTA - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

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