Occupational Therapy Assistant
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team at Coordinated Therapy Solutions in Topeka, Kansas. As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will work alongside occupational therapists to provide high-quality occupational therapy treatments and procedures to our patients.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Select and implement therapy activities tailored to patients' needs and capabilities
Observe and record patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintain accurate records
Communicate and collaborate with other healthcare professionals involved in patients' care
Instruct or assist patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and adaptive equipment use
Implement treatment plans to help clients function independently
Assess daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients
Assemble, clean, and maintain equipment and materials for patient use
Demonstrate therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games
Teach patients how to deal constructively with their emotions
Attend care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans
Required Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge and skills to care for patient needs of the SNF population
Problem-solving skills to successfully perform job
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong customer service orientation
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with other employees, patients, and family members
Ability to travel as needed to perform job
Ability to use tools used to make adaptive equipment
Education and Experience:
Associate's degree from an accredited occupational therapy program
Current state licensure as Occupational Therapy Assistant
Proficiency with all applicable state, federal, and professional standards
Physical Requirements:
Duties require extensive standing and walking
Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients
Duties require frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
Additional Requirements:
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this Occupational Therapy Assistant position. Please submit your application to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients.