Occupational Therapy Assistant (Healthcare)
Brookshire Post Acute is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant!
If you want to be part of an amazing culture while making a genuine difference, then look no further than Brookshire Post Acute, in beautiful Denver, CO. You will enjoy an environment where you can truly get to know your patients and other team members. We make our staff feel valued!
What to expect:
The Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Occupational Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care. Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
Why Work at Brookshire Park Post Acute?
Competitive pay
Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
401k with match (Full-time only)
Paid Time Off (Full-time only)
Sick Leave
Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities
Fun environment and a great staff to work with!
Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents.
Successful candidates:
Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in CO.
Rate Range $33-$39/hour
Ready to make a difference?
After applying , click the link below to book a convenient time to talk or contact Roxane, our Regional Recruiter, at 720-675-6543: https://calendly.com/roxane-keenan/roxane-keenan-15-minute-call
Join us at Brookshire Post Acute and be part of an awesome team dedicated to providing the best care possible!
Job Description:
General Purpose
The Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.
Essential Duties
• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Participate in discharge planning.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements
This position is not a supervisory position.
Qualification
Education and/or Experience
Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant Board of the State.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Nethealth and Point Click Care.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Physical Demands
The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Additional Information
Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
