Occupational Therapy Assistant (Journey Travel) - COTA
location_onMain Street, Pinehurst, Shoshone County, Idaho, 83850, United States
Job Description
About Powerback
At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.
With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.
Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.
About the Role
The Occupational Therapy Assistant - Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13-week assignments. This position provides flexibility to travel the country and work in various settings. On assignment, the Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
You will work with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient. You will instruct patients, families, and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
Responsibilities include attending and contributing to patient care, staffing conferences, and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy. You are responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services, adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services.
You will put Patient Service First, ensuring that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights. This includes maintaining appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated, and cleaning, maintaining, identifying, and reporting the need for repair of equipment as necessary.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Main Street, Pinehurst, Shoshone County, Idaho, 83850, United States
Pinehurst, Idaho
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleImplement occupational therapy programs and treatments under OT supervision
- check_circleAttend patient care and staffing conferences as a therapy representative
- check_circleEnsure timely and accurate documentation of patient services
- check_circleInstruct patients and caregivers on occupational therapy techniques
- check_circleMaintain and report equipment needs for repair
- check_circleDeliver individualized interventions including cognitive and mobility skills
- check_circleOrganize and facilitate treatment groups with the OT
- check_circleCollaborate with the rehab team to develop patient programs
Requirements
- verifiedGraduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards
- verifiedInitial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
- verifiedLicensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice
- verifiedAvailable to travel to and temporarily reside in locations outside of the therapist primary home