OTA - Pocatello Care & Rehab at Pocatello

Job Description

Pocatello Care & Rehabilitation Centeris a busy skilled rehab facility with both outpatient and inpatient programs. We currently seek a per diem OTA to join our in-house team. We are proud of our aquatic therapy program, spacious and well equipped therapy gym, and outstanding facility staff. We offer a fun and highly qualified in-house therapy team to work with and many career growth opportunities. In return for your clinical expertise and professional passion, we can offer you competitive compensation, many career growth opportunities and an environment where you will feel valued and appreciated as a therapist.
Pocatello Care receives support from Ensign Services who provides a wide range of clinical and operational assistance to over 100 independently owned healthcare operations located throughout the United States. Ensign culture has come to life in these facility teams and is evident in the ownership, passion, and celebration found in their departments every day. In addition, Ensign culture has fostered an environment where therapists have an unprecedented level of freedom to create and implement the programs that will best serve their patients and communities.
Duties:

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and adhere to facility documentation guidelines.
• Record treatments given and progress notes in medical record.
• Assist in maintaining department.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
• Participate in in service training programs for other staff in the facility.
• Record treatment charges per the facility policy and procedures.
• Instruct patients families or nursing staff in maintenance program.

Job Requirements

Although prior therapy experience is preferred, we place a high value on intelligence, drive and willingness to learn and grow, making this an excellent opportunity for an exceptional new graduate who is willing to work hard and make him or herself an indispensable member of our team. The right individual will be committed to providing the superior service levels that our patients and residents need and expect.
Experience/Qualifications:Licensed or Certified Occupational Therapy AssistantNew graduates are welcome
Desired Skills:

• Exhibits a sincere desire to help patients and residents in their rehabilitation process
• Superior interpersonal communication skills
• Strong writing skills required for documentation of the care you provide
• Exhibits knowledge and understanding of therapy practice
• Possesses and conveys high degree of credibility and integrity
• Enjoys team cohesion, is a team player, has a positive attitude and a strong desire to make a constructive impact on organizational excellence
• Understands and accepts the unpredictable nature and needs of the therapy function in a busy rehab department

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Allied Health: Occupational Therapy Assistant


Country: USA, State: Idaho, City: Pocatello, Company: Ensign Therapy.