Occupational Therapy Assistant

Full-Time Position (Benefits Full-Time only) and Part-Time Position

The Occupational Therapist Assistant is responsible for assisting the Occupational Therapist by providing rehabilitative therapy to patients upon completion of the evaluation and plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practice requirements. This includes recovery, improvement in function and when possible, a return to a prior level of functioning. Clinical documentation will describe objective measures and justification for continued or discontinued services.

This position reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services and is supervised by an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the evaluation and treatment of patients under the direction of an Occupational Therapist
• Implement treatment plans and interventions to help patients improve their functional abilities
• Provide therapeutic exercises and activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and strategies for continued progress
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Valid certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Knowledge of medical imaging, medical terminology, pediatrics, acute care, occupational health, physiology, and anatomy
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Why work for The Healthcare Resort of Topeka?

Are you ready to discover the world of limitless possibilities that comes with being a member of our culture? Are you a CMA who is eager to make a difference? Explore more about this opportunity and how you can help us write a new chapter in our story of providing exceptional care and making a positive impact in the lives of everyone we serve.

Living CAPLICO……

CAPLICO represents our values. We don't just say them when you are hired and forget about them- we live them EVERY day!

**Customer Second:**Your team is everything. This work is hard and it takes a team. We recognize that and push for teamwork every shift, every day! Take care of your team- the team takes care of your residents/patients.

**Accountability:**We believe everyone should not only hold themselves accountable but also each other. If you care about your team- you hold them accountable so they can succeed.
**Passion For Learning:**We want to be at the forefront of change; there is always something we can learn.
**Love One Another:**Treat others the way you want to be treated. It’s simple, yet effective.
**Intelligent Risk Taking:**If something makes sense, we’re willing to give it a try.
**Celebration:**We celebrate life every day of the year with our teammates and residents. This job is hard. We need to celebrate our accomplishments.
**Ownership:**When everyone on the team is encouraged to take ownership of the care that they give, it positively improves their attitude, which affects everyone around them, from teammates to residents. We 'own' it.

We would love to meet you and hear your pledge to live CAPLICO with us.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person