Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,543 per week

TotalMed Allied

Olympia (WA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

TotalMed Allied seeks a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for an Olympia, Washington assignment. Working under an OT, you’ll help patients of all ages develop, improve, or regain daily living skills, delivering tailored treatment plans over a 13-week engagement.

The role requires 1 year of OTA experience, BLS and COTA NBCOT certification, and state licensure. Expect 40 hours per week, day shifts, with travel benefits and ongoing education through TotalMed Allied.

Qualifications

1 year of OTA experience.
Current BLS and COTA NBCOT certification.
State licensure is required to practice.
Ability to lift and assist patients safely.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Solid understanding of anatomy, motor function and OT principles.

Responsibilities

Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions under 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 adaptive equipment.
Educate patients and families on daily living skills for independence.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for coordinated care.
Comply with state licensing rules and standards.

Skills

1 year OTA experience

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

COTA NBCOT certification

BLS certification

State licensure required

Tools

BLS certificate

Job description

Job Summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Olympia, Washington.

Specialty

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Discipline

Therapy

Duration

13 weeks

Hours

40 hours per week. Shift: 8 hours, days

Employment Type

Travel

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.

Experience & Qualifications

The right OTA should have 1 year of experience.

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.

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, NBCOT (COTA),* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Job Information

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1474465.

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.

Company Focus

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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