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Plaza West Healthcare & Rehab

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Plaza West Healthcare & Rehab, Topeka, Kansas, United States, 66652

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Plaza West Healthcare & Rehab We are dedicated to having the best care team and ensuring staff has everything they need to provide five-star nursing and top-quality medical care in our state-of-the-art facility. Join an amazing group of healthcare heroes!

Overview An occupational therapist assistant (OTA) works under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct resident screens (without interpretation) as allowed by the state practice act.

Help residents with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.

Monitor an individual’s activities to ensure they are performed correctly and provide encouragement.

Record resident progress for use by the occupational therapist.

Assist in scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, restocking or ordering depleted supplies, and filling out insurance forms or other paperwork.

Provide training to residents, caregivers and families according to the resident’s care plan.

Complete required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

Entry Qualifications

Associate’s Degree from an AOTA-accredited program.

Licensed COTA if required by state law.

Other Requirements

Participate in (or conduct) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of residents’ protected health information.

Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.

By signing below, the employee agrees to adhere to and communicate privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information.

Benefits

401(k)

Annual Performance Evaluations

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Electronic Documentation

Employee Appreciation Events

Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

To apply, please submit your application.

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