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What they do
An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$60,730 / year median in Florida
+19% projected growth
Job Description
- Our promise to you:
- Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger.
It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that
- together
- we are even better.
- All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
- + Benefits from
Day One:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
+ Paid Time Off from Day One + 403-B Retirement Plan + 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
+ Career Development
+ Whole Person Well-being Resources
+ Mental Health Resources and Support
+ Pet Benefits
- Schedule:
- Full time
- Shift:
- Day (United States of America)
- Address:
- 13925 17Th St
- City:
- Dade City
- State:
- Florida
- Postal Code:
- 33525
- All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
- + Up to $1,000 Sign-on Bonus, for eligible applicants
- Hours:
- M-F 8am
- 5pm
- The role you will contribute:
- + Implements treatment plans established by the Occupational Therapist through consideration of practice standards, recommended techniques, insurance guidelines, and patient needs.
+ Uses appropriate therapy procedures, documents data, and follows individualized care plans set by the occupational therapist.
+ Provides patient and family education, including home exercise programs for treatment carryover into the discharge setting.
+ Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures, and other extensions of clinical expertise to the community.
+ Conducts age-appropriate assessments and interventions, completing annual age-specific competencies relevant to the scope of care.
+ Acts as a clinical instructor and provides mentorship to students and new staff, fostering a supportive and educational environment.
+ Engages in ongoing review of occupational therapy and rehab policies and procedures, making recommendations for updates as needed.
+ Documents interventions and patient progress accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology in line with standards of practice, insurance guidelines, and department/hospital policies and procedures.
+ Maintains productivity standards as defined by the department and adjusts work hours to meet the needs of the patients as required.
+ Ensures patient safety and adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures, including infection control, equipment training, and safety programs.
+ Participates in performance improvement initiatives and educational events to maintain clinical competencies and adhere to professional and evidence-based practices.
+ Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
+ Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Windows, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
+ Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English effectively.
+ Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic forms.
+ Entry level knowledge and application of principles of medical occupational therapy for therapeutic diagnostics and treatment.
- Education:
- + Associate [Required]
- Field of Study:
- + Occupational therapy assistant
- Work Experience:
- + N/A
- Additional Information:
- + N/A
- Licenses and Certifications:
- + Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) [Required] + Basic Life Support
- CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] + National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) [Preferred]
- Physical Requirements:
- (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements
- https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem
- Pay Range:
- $21.77
- $40.48
- Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
- Certain positions are subject to
- Florida Level 2 background screening
- , including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the
- Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse
- : https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ _This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances._
- Category:
- Rehabilitation Services
- Organization:
- AdventHealth Home Health and Hospice
- Schedule:
- Full time
- Shift:
- Day
- Req ID:
- 153349688\#additional