Summer Occupational Therapy Assistant - Pediatrics & Adolescent

Summer Occupational Therapy Assistant - Pediatrics & Adolescent Ability

KC - 3.3

Kansas City, MO Job Details PRN 20 hours ago Qualifications Writing skills Associate's degree in occupational therapy Associate's degree

Full Job Description Job Type:

PRN Location:

3011 Baltimore Kansas City

MO 64108

Under general direction of the Supervisor and the direct supervision of the licensed occupational therapist administers therapeutic treatment to patients.

Education:

Associate degree from an AOTA accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

Experience:

No experience required. Prior hospital or neuro-rehab experience preferred. One year of peds experience preferred if providing service to individuals birth to 13

Knowledge/Skills/Licensure/Certification:

Appropriate state license or licensure eligible, flexibility, good interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing is required. CPR certification or eligibility. Word processing experience preferred.

Who We Are:

Ability KC is the longest-standing private, not-for-profit, comprehensive outpatient medical rehabilitation facility in Kansas City serving thousands of individuals and their families annually and is nationally accredited and recognized as a leader in value-based care. Our organization proudly provides a unique, personalized approach to care, serving people of all ages through educational, vocational, and therapeutic services. From helping with a child's transition to kindergarten, to helping someone relearn how to drive or return to work, we're there for our community. Ability KC has been a designated comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation facility (CORF) since 2002, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities since 1971 and accreditation with National Association for the Education of Young Children. Our mission is to build brighter futures for children and adults with disabilities by providing comprehensive educational, vocational and therapeutic services.

Our Culture:

We emphasize the well-being of every individual, ensuring there is meaning in what we do each day, with dedication to quality relationships, security in our finances, vibrancy in our physical and mental health and recent pride in contributions to our community. Our culture is built on three pillar principles - make a positive impact every day, embrace legacy and innovation, and together we rise. We offer Monday - Friday services, a Comprehensive Benefit Package that includes paid Winter Break and Wellness Care Leave. Ability KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis or disability. Background and post offer drug screenings required.