Occupational Therapy Assistant

1 week ago


Urbandale, Iowa, United States UnityPoint Health Full time

About the Job

UnityPoint Health is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team. As an OT Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our mission to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Job Summary

We are offering a part-time (.50 FTE) position with a competitive estimated salary range of $62,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience. As an Occupational Therapy Assistant at UnityPoint Health, you will be responsible for providing direct patient care to a diverse caseload under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

  • Direct Patient Care: Ensure the safe and effective delivery of services to patients according to their individualized care plans. Utilize equipment and supplies safely and efficiently.
  • Patient-Centered Approach: Consistently apply a patient-centered approach considering physical, psychosocial, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served.
  • Treatment and Education: Treat patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using specified occupational therapy procedures. Direct and aid patients in their plan of treatment.
  • Observation and Reporting: Observe and report patient reactions to treatment and any changes in patient condition to the Occupational Therapist and organizational personnel.
  • Education and Support: Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in care and use of prosthetic devices, therapeutic aids, splinting, and wrapping techniques as needed.
  • Quality Care: Deliver quality care consistent with Home Health Conditions of Participation, qualifying home care criteria, payor coverage criteria, and provided visits/treatments consistent with the plan of care.
  • Clinical Review: Conduct clinical review of records to include multi-disciplinary review, coordination of care, provided in conjunction with visits and documentation.
  • Risk Prevention: Identify risk for acute hospitalization and proactively prevent adverse events.
  • Team Collaboration: Participate in case conferences, in-service programs, and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.

Qualifications

  • Education and License: Graduate of a State Board-approved program for Occupational Therapy Assistants and valid license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
  • Experience: One year of experience in a healthcare field, including experience with Microsoft Office software applications.
  • Skills and Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work as a collaborative team member, and ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  • Special Requirements: Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements, mandatory reporter for child and dependent adult abuse, Person Centered Care course completion within 12 months of hire, and CPR certification with re-certification.

About UnityPoint Health

At UnityPoint Health, we value our team members and strive to create a fulfilling career experience. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes benefits options, development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join our team and contribute to our mission to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.



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