Licensed Therapist / Occupational Therapy / Illinois / COTA

Company: Therapist Job Board
Location: Rockford
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Job Description:

COTA ? Certified Occupational TherapistSNF1+ to 2 years of experience***For fastest results to be considered for this opportunity, please email your resume to mac@(Click Apply Now to apply to this job)***Job DescriptionWe are looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant. With our company, you can really care for your patients ? and your thoughts, opinions and expertise will always be respected. Our benefits package is outstanding. And our regular shifts help you balance your career and your personal life.POSITION SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Implements patient?s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist, including application of therapeutic techniques in such areas as cognitive skills, muscle strength, ?coordination, endurance, mobility, perceptual abilities, sensory awareness, sitting and standing tolerance, balance, activities of daily living, joint protection, work simplification, orientation and physical agent modalities. 2. Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient. 3. Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. 4. Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated. 5. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist. 6. Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals? needs and rights. OTA1Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards. 2. Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. 3. S/he must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice. As one of the nation?s largest long-term care and rehabilitation providers, we offer a generous and wide-ranging compensation and benefits package from day one.For fastest results please email your resume directly to mac@(Click Apply Now to apply to this job)Thank You!Have a great day!Send a friend my way and you could earn $1K!

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