Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Innovate Rehab and Wellness has been a leading provider of skilled health care services for over 25 years. As a proud therapist and veteran owned company, our goal is to offer industry leading patient care from industry leading clinicians. We invite occupational therapist assistants interested in taking control of their careers to contact us to experience the difference.
Full Time Benefits Start First Day of Employment!
- Up to 30 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical (Day 1)
- Dental (Day 1)
- Vision (Day 1)
- Long-term disability
- Short-term disability
- Supplemental life insurance
- Dependent life insurance
- Group accident and critical illness
- Flexible Scheduling!
Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to support our rehabilitation team. Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the OTA will assist in implementing treatment plans, helping patients develop or regain essential motor skills and functional independence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in carrying out patient treatment plans as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
- Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques.
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and assistive devices.
- Observe, document, and report patient progress to the Occupational Therapist.
- Maintain accurate and compliant records of therapy sessions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Uphold ethical and professional standards in all interactions and therapy sessions.
Qualifications:
- Education: Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Licensure: Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Missouri.
- Certification: NBCOT certification (preferred).
- Experience: Prior experience in rehabilitation or clinical settings preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient-care skills.
- Certifications: CPR certification (preferred).
Work Environment:
- Full-time or PRN (as-needed) opportunities available.
- Work settings may include hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, or home health environments.
- Requires adaptability and teamwork within a patient-centered care model.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Part-time and PRN opportunities also available!
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant required
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
Tech-savvy with the ability to navigate electronic documentation
Areas of Responsibility:
Under supervision of an Occupational Therapist and in accordance with an established plan of care, provides prescribed occupational therapy treatment and services, instruction, and guidance to patients with functional limitations.
Other duties as assigned, within scope of practice
Communication with interdisciplinary team with focus on case managing patient's needs, not minutes!