Occupational Therapy Assistant
Job Summary:
At Coordinated Therapy Solutions, we are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team in Topeka, Kansas. As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping occupational therapists provide occupational therapy treatments and procedures to our patients. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and have a strong desire to work in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Selects therapy activities to fit patients' needs and capabilities, and observes and records patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior
Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient
Instructs or assists in instructing patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment
Implements or assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently
Assesses daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients
Aids patients in dressing and grooming
Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use
Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games
Teaches patients how to deal constructively with their emotions
Attends 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
Must possess problem-solving skills to successfully perform job
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong customer service orientation
Must be able 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
About the Company:
At Coordinated Therapy Solutions, our goal is to provide warm and knowledgeable staff for our five-star nursing and top-quality medical care in state-of-the-art facilities. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and are looking for like-minded professionals to join our team.
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application for the Occupational Therapy Assistant position at Coordinated Therapy Solutions.
