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Physical Therapist Assistant | Long Term Care
Avera Health 4.6
Physical therapist assistant job at Avera Health
Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $25.50 - $38.00 Highlights
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
Provides direct patient care to all patients as well as documentation of care in accordance with policies and procedures under the supervision of a Licensed PhysicalTherapist. Follows directions and instructions for treatment and other tasks as directed by the Licensed PhysicalTherapist. Provides care in an effective and competent manner.
What you will do
* Follows ethics and standards as defined by the American Physical Therapy Association and Avera policy and procedures.
* Follows the practices and standards per the State Board of Medical Examiners for the title of licensed physical therapy assistants.
* Provides treatments to patients in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the PT plan of care and physician's orders.
* Communicates with the therapist appropriately to ensure effective treatment.
* Produces appropriate, specific, clinical documentation for patient care given and assists with scheduling and paperwork associated with patient care.
* Documents progress notes in accordance with departmental policies.
* Charges patient appropriately for treatments given on a daily basis under the supervision of a licensed PhysicalTherapist.
* Assists with paperwork activities, files charts, and other duties, which may include and not be limited to billing, documentation, correspondence and file management.
* Assists with clinical education of physicaltherapistassistant students.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* Physical Therapy Assistant - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* Associate's in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
* Less than 1 year Related experience and/or training
Expectations and Standards
* Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
* Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
* Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
* Maintain confidentiality.
* Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
* Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
* PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
* Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
* Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ****************.
$53k-61k yearly est. Auto-Apply 5d ago
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Physical Therapist Assistant
Avera Health 4.6
Physical therapist assistant job at Avera Health
Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America) Eureka Community Health Services Avera is proud to offer a positive and fulfilling work environment. Our facility is currently seeking to find qualified individuals to join our team-oriented organization. We look forward to hearing from you!
Position Highlights
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0Salary Range: $20.50 - $33.00
Union Position:
No
Department Details
Summary
Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of a physicaltherapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities.
Job Description
Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. The physicaltherapistassistant selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. Contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the physicaltherapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted physical therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested. Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments.
Qualifications
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must also be a graduate through an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant.
Must be licensed as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant in the state(s) of practice. Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************.
Careers With Purpose As a not-for-profit organization, Sanford Health and Good Samaritan Society strive to give our patients, residents and their families the quality care and individualized service they deserve. Join a large, collaborative family and spend more one-on-one time with patients/residents and build lasting relationships today.
**Facility:** Watertown Clinic
**Location:** Watertown, SD
**Address:** 901 4th St NW, Watertown, SD 57201, USA
**Shift:** Day
**Job Schedule:** PRN
**Weekly Hours:** Varies
**Salary Range:** $20.50 - $33.00
**Job Summary**
Join our family as a Physical Therapy Assistant and help our patients and residents maximize their potential. While working under the supervision of a PhysicalTherapist, a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) assists patients and residents with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan to improve their quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Physical Therapy Assistants that thrive are typically self-motivated, collaborative, efficient, organized, reliable, and empathetic. If this describes you, apply with us today as a Physical Therapy Assistant!
**Responsibilities**
* Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents with physical, cognitive, or developmental impairments
* Selects, implements, and modifies therapeutic activities and interventions consistent with demonstrated competency levels and goals
* Exchanges information with and provides documentation to the physicaltherapist about responses to and communications during intervention
* Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization
**Qualifications**
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must also be a graduate through an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant.
Must be licensed as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant in the state(s) of practice. Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
**Benefits**
Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit *********************************** .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************ .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
**Req Number:** R-0242582
**Job Function:** Allied Health
**Featured:** No
$20.5-33 hourly 60d+ ago
Physical Therapist Assistant - Webster Medical Center | Full-Time
Sanford Health 4.2
Webster, SD jobs
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Salary Range: $20.50 - $33.00
Union Position:
No
Department Details
Summary
Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of a physicaltherapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities.
Job Description
Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. The physicaltherapistassistant selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. Contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the physicaltherapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted physical therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested. Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments.
Qualifications
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must also be a graduate through an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant.
Must be licensed as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant in the state(s) of practice. Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************.
$20.5-33 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Physical Therapist Assistant - Webster Medical Center | Full-Time
Sanford Health 4.2
Webster, SD jobs
Careers With Purpose As a not-for-profit organization, Sanford Health and Good Samaritan Society strive to give our patients, residents and their families the quality care and individualized service they deserve. Join a large, collaborative family and spend more one-on-one time with patients/residents and build lasting relationships today.
**Facility:** Webster Medical Center
**Location:** Webster, SD
**Address:** 1401 1st St W, Webster, SD 57274, USA
**Shift:** 8 Hours - Day Shifts
**Job Schedule:** Full time
**Weekly Hours:** 40.00
**Salary Range:** $20.50 - $33.00
**Job Summary**
Join our family as a Physical Therapy Assistant and help our patients and residents maximize their potential. While working under the supervision of a PhysicalTherapist, a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) assists patients and residents with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan to improve their quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Physical Therapy Assistants that thrive are typically self-motivated, collaborative, efficient, organized, reliable, and empathetic. If this describes you, apply with us today as a Physical Therapy Assistant!
**Responsibilities**
* Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents with physical, cognitive, or developmental impairments
* Selects, implements, and modifies therapeutic activities and interventions consistent with demonstrated competency levels and goals
* Exchanges information with and provides documentation to the physicaltherapist about responses to and communications during intervention
* Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization
**Qualifications**
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must also be a graduate through an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant.
Must be licensed as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant in the state(s) of practice. Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
**Benefits**
Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit *********************************** .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************ .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
**Req Number:** R-0240368
**Job Function:** Allied Health
**Featured:** No
$20.5-33 hourly 60d+ ago
Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient
Sanford Health 4.2
Watertown, SD jobs
Careers With Purpose As a not-for-profit organization, Sanford Health and Good Samaritan Society strive to give our patients, residents and their families the quality care and individualized service they deserve. Join a large, collaborative family and spend more one-on-one time with patients/residents and build lasting relationships today.
**Facility:** Watertown Clinic
**Location:** Watertown, SD
**Address:** 901 4th St NW, Watertown, SD 57201, USA
**Shift:** Day
**Job Schedule:** PRN
**Weekly Hours:** Varies
**Salary Range:** $20.50 - $33.00
**Department Details**
Come work with our amazing team! We are looking for employees who want to GROW THE GOOD with us. It takes all of us to make a difference!
Hours: PRN as needed
**Job Summary**
Join our family as a Physical Therapy Assistant and help our patients and residents maximize their potential. While working under the supervision of a PhysicalTherapist, a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) assists patients and residents with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan to improve their quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Physical Therapy Assistants that thrive are typically self-motivated, collaborative, efficient, organized, reliable, and empathetic. If this describes you, apply with us today as a Physical Therapy Assistant!
**Responsibilities**
* Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents with physical, cognitive, or developmental impairments
* Selects, implements, and modifies therapeutic activities and interventions consistent with demonstrated competency levels and goals
* Exchanges information with and provides documentation to the physicaltherapist about responses to and communications during intervention
* Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization
**Qualifications**
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must also be a graduate through an approved American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) program as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant.
Must be licensed as a PhysicalTherapistAssistant in the state(s) of practice. Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
**Benefits**
Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit *********************************** .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************ .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
**Req Number:** R-0234539
**Job Function:** Allied Health
**Featured:** No
$20.5-33 hourly 60d+ ago
Massage Therapist - Home Hospice | PRN
Sanford Health 4.2
Sioux Falls, SD jobs
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0Salary Range: $20.50 - $33.00
Union Position:
No
Department Details
Summary
Designs, organizes and delivers massage therapy to improve clients' physical health by relieving stress, pain, muscle tension and other discomforts. Works towards increasing flexibility and mobility for clients.
Job Description
Collects clients' clinical information and contraindications. Designs appropriate massage programs considering health conditions. Assesses clients' tissue lesions and applies various massage methods to relieve discomfort and satisfy clients' specific needs and goals. Communicates with clients during massage therapy sessions about the pace, location and strength of exerted pressure on tissues. Answers client inquiries. Organizes and maintains a clean, safe and professional environment for massage therapy. Educates clients on accurate daily body movement and exercises. Depending on location and client population, works as patient/resident access representative, checking clients in and out. Additionally, managing client payments, running payment processes.
Qualifications
Schooling through an accredited massage therapy program required. High school diploma or the equivalent required.
Dependent on patient/client population and location of therapist, a healthcare background is preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of employment, recertification as required.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************.
$20.5-33 hourly Auto-Apply 9d ago
Massage Therapist - Home Hospice | PRN
Sanford Health 4.2
Sioux Falls, SD jobs
Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Facility: 12th & Kiwanis
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 2710 W 12th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $20.50 - $33.00
Job Summary
Designs, organizes and delivers massage therapy to improve clients' physical health by relieving stress, pain, muscle tension and other discomforts. Works towards increasing flexibility and mobility for clients. Collects clients' clinical information and contraindications. Designs appropriate massage programs considering health conditions. Assesses clients' tissue lesions and applies various massage methods to relieve discomfort and satisfy clients' specific needs and goals. Communicates with clients during massage therapy sessions about the pace, location and strength of exerted pressure on tissues. Answers client inquiries. Organizes and maintains a clean, safe and professional environment for massage therapy. Educates clients on accurate daily body movement and exercises.
Depending on location and client population, works as patient/resident access representative, checking clients in and out. Additionally, managing client payments, running payment processes.
Qualifications
Schooling through an accredited massage therapy program required. High school diploma or the equivalent required.
Dependent on patient/client population and location of therapist, a healthcare background is preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of employment, recertification as required.
Benefits
Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit *********************************** .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************ .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0245981
Job Function: Sports Medicine and Wellness
Featured: No
$20.5-33 hourly 7d ago
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Avera Health 4.6
Physical therapist assistant job at Avera Health
Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $25.50 - $38.00 Highlights You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
Provides direct patient care to all patients as well as documentation of care in accordance with policies and procedures under the supervision of a Licensed PhysicalTherapist. Follows directions and instructions for treatment and other tasks as directed by the Licensed PhysicalTherapist. Provides care in an effective and competent manner.
What you will do
* Follows ethics and standards as defined by the American Physical Therapy Association and Avera policy and procedures.
* Follows the practices and standards per the State Board of Medical Examiners for the title of licensed physical therapy assistants.
* Provides treatments to patients in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the PT plan of care and physician's orders.
* Communicates with the therapist appropriately to ensure effective treatment.
* Produces appropriate, specific, clinical documentation for patient care given and assists with scheduling and paperwork associated with patient care.
* Documents progress notes in accordance with departmental policies.
* Charges patient appropriately for treatments given on a daily basis under the supervision of a licensed PhysicalTherapist.
* Assists with paperwork activities, files charts, and other duties, which may include and not be limited to billing, documentation, correspondence and file management.
* Assists with clinical education of physicaltherapistassistant students.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* Physical Therapy Assistant - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* Associate's in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
* Less than 1 year Related experience and/or training
Expectations and Standards
* Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
* Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
* Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
* Maintain confidentiality.
* Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
* Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
* PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
* Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
* Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ****************.
Careers With Purpose Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment. Facility: GSS SD Wagner Ctr
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 32.00
Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50
Pay Info: $10,000 sign-on bonus (eligibility requirements apply)!
Department Details
Join a dedicated, close-knit therapy team in a newly renovated skilled nursing facility. We're looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to making a meaningful impact in patient care.
* $10,000 sign-on bonus (eligibility requirements apply)!
Job Summary
Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of an occupational therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. Selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. The certified occupational therapy assistant contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the occupational therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted occupational therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested.
Depending on location and facility needs, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.
Qualifications
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided.
When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
Benefits
The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit *********************************** .
The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************ .
The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0243504
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
32Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50$10,000 sign-on bonus (eligibility requirements apply)!
Union Position:
No
Department Details
Join a dedicated, close-knit therapy team in a newly renovated skilled nursing facility. We're looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to making a meaningful impact in patient care.
*$10,000 sign-on bonus (eligibility requirements apply)!
Summary
Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of an occupational therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities.
Job Description
Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. Selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. The certified occupational therapy assistant contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the occupational therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted occupational therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested. Depending on location and facility needs, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.
Qualifications
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice. When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************.
Careers With Purpose Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment. Facility: GSS SD Scotland Ctr
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50
Job Summary
Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of an occupational therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. Selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. The certified occupational therapy assistant contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the occupational therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted occupational therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested.
Depending on location and facility needs, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.
Qualifications
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided.
When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
Benefits
The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit *********************************** .
The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************ .
The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0229036
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No
Careers With Purpose At the Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health, our diverse therapy care team offers compassionate care and strives to always put our residents and patients first. Join one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States, where we have openings available across 24 states and we're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities.
**Facility:** Heart Center
**Location:** Sioux Falls, SD
**Address:** 1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA
**Shift:** 8 Hours - Day Shifts
**Job Schedule:** PRN
**Weekly Hours:** Varies
**Salary Range:** $20.50 - $33.00
**Job Summary**
Begin your career journey with us and start changing lives today as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you would work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to improve residents' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities by assisting with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan. Here you'll be given the opportunity to use and develop skills like problem-solving, communication, and creativity while delivering quality, holistic care as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
**Responsibilities**
* Provides, monitors and records services to patients/residents with physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial impairments
* Selects, implements, and modifies activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels and goals
* Exchanges information with and provides documentation to the occupational therapist
* Knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's targeted occupational therapy outcomes
**Qualifications**
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided.
When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
**Benefits**
Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit *********************************** .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************ .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
**Req Number:** R-0222069
**Job Function:** Allied Health
**Featured:** No
$20.5-33 hourly 60d+ ago
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sanford Health 4.2
South Dakota jobs
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0Salary Range: $20.50 - $33.00
Union Position:
No
Department Details
Dynamic and comprehensive rural hospital setting.
Weekday hours, with a weekend rotation
Summary
Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of an occupational therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities.
Job Description
Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. Selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. The certified occupational therapy assistant contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the occupational therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted occupational therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested.
Depending on location and facility needs, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.
Qualifications
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice. When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided. When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************.
$20.5-33 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sanford Health 4.2
Clear Lake, SD jobs
Careers With Purpose At the Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health, our diverse therapy care team offers compassionate care and strives to always put our residents and patients first. Join one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States, where we have openings available across 24 states and we're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities.
**Facility:** Clear Lake Medical Center
**Location:** Clear Lake, SD
**Address:** 701 3rd Ave S, Clear Lake, SD 57226, USA
**Shift:** Day
**Job Schedule:** PRN
**Weekly Hours:** Varies
**Salary Range:** $20.50 - $33.00
**Department Details**
Dynamic and comprehensive rural hospital setting.
Weekday hours, with a weekend rotation
**Job Summary**
Begin your career journey with us and start changing lives today as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you would work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to improve residents' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities by assisting with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan. Here you'll be given the opportunity to use and develop skills like problem-solving, communication, and creativity while delivering quality, holistic care as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
**Responsibilities**
* Provides, monitors and records services to patients/residents with physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial impairments
* Selects, implements, and modifies activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels and goals
* Exchanges information with and provides documentation to the occupational therapist
* Knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's targeted occupational therapy outcomes
**Qualifications**
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided.
When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
**Benefits**
Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit *********************************** .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ************************ .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
**Req Number:** R-0235996
**Job Function:** Allied Health
**Featured:** No
$20.5-33 hourly 60d+ ago
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Avera Health 4.6
Physical therapist assistant job at Avera Health
The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed PhysicalTherapist, following prescribed treatment plans and documenting patient progress. The role includes assisting with clinical education, scheduling, billing, and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards and regulations. This position requires an active PTA license, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform clinical and administrative tasks in a hospital setting.
Location:
Avera St Luke's Hospital
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)
Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.
$25.00 - $37.50
Position Highlights
Eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!!
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
Provides direct patient care to all patients as well as documentation of care in accordance with policies and procedures under the supervision of a Licensed PhysicalTherapist. Follows directions and instructions for treatment and other tasks as directed by the Licensed PhysicalTherapist. Provides care in an effective and competent manner.
What you will do
• Follows ethics and standards as defined by the American Physical Therapy Association and Avera policy and procedures.
• Follows the practices and standards per the State Board of Medical Examiners for the title of licensed physical therapy assistants.
• Provides treatments to patients in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the PT plan of care and physician's orders.
• Communicates with the therapist appropriately to ensure effective treatment.
• Produces appropriate, specific, clinical documentation for patient care given and assists with scheduling and paperwork associated with patient care.
• Documents progress notes in accordance with departmental policies.
• Charges patient appropriately for treatments given on a daily basis under the supervision of a licensed PhysicalTherapist.
• Assists with paperwork activities, files charts, and other duties, which may include and not be limited to billing, documentation, correspondence and file management.
• Assists with clinical education of physicaltherapistassistant students.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
• Physical Therapy Assistant - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
• Associate's in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Less than 1 year Related experience and/or training
Expectations and Standards
• Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please callor send an email to .
Keywords:
Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA, Patient Care, Physical Therapy, Healthcare, Clinical Documentation, Licensed PhysicalTherapist Supervision, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Treatment, Hospital
$36k-42k yearly est. 5d ago
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Avera Health 4.6
Physical therapist assistant job at Avera Health
Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $25.50 - $38.00 Highlights
Eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!!
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
Provides direct patient care to all patients as well as documentation of care in accordance with policies and procedures under the supervision of a Licensed PhysicalTherapist. Follows directions and instructions for treatment and other tasks as directed by the Licensed PhysicalTherapist. Provides care in an effective and competent manner.
What you will do
* Follows ethics and standards as defined by the American Physical Therapy Association and Avera policy and procedures.
* Follows the practices and standards per the State Board of Medical Examiners for the title of licensed physical therapy assistants.
* Provides treatments to patients in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the PT plan of care and physician's orders.
* Communicates with the therapist appropriately to ensure effective treatment.
* Produces appropriate, specific, clinical documentation for patient care given and assists with scheduling and paperwork associated with patient care.
* Documents progress notes in accordance with departmental policies.
* Charges patient appropriately for treatments given on a daily basis under the supervision of a licensed PhysicalTherapist.
* Assists with paperwork activities, files charts, and other duties, which may include and not be limited to billing, documentation, correspondence and file management.
* Assists with clinical education of physicaltherapistassistant students.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* Physical Therapy Assistant - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* Associate's in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
* Less than 1 year Related experience and/or training
Expectations and Standards
* Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
* Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
* Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
* Maintain confidentiality.
* Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
* Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
* PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
* Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
* Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ****************.
$36k-42k yearly est. Auto-Apply 5d ago
Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Avera Health 4.6
Physical therapist assistant job at Avera Health
Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: As Needed (United States of America) Pay Range: is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $24.00 - $35.00 Highlights You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, responsible to administer specified evaluations, conduct general activity programs, and assist in implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team.
What you will do
* Provides input on evaluation as appropriate under supervision of a staff Occupational Therapist.
* Plans treatment programs with supervising therapist.
* Assists in identifying goals, determining treatment priorities and selecting appropriate treatment media.
* Executes treatment programs under supervision of staff therapist.
* Coordinates programs with other therapists.
* Prepares documentation as required by the department, such as input on evaluation results, treatment plans, progress reports and patient attendance records.
* Communicates observations, facts, and comments with interdisciplinary team members, individually and through team meeting participation.
* Assists with staff/student on the job training/orientation.
* Provides monitoring of assigned student interns.
* Attends care conferences as needed.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certified in the state of practice Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* 1-3 years
Expectations and Standards
* Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
* Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
* Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
* Maintain confidentiality.
* Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
* Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ****************.
Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: As Needed (United States of America) Pay Range: is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $23.50 - $34.50 Highlights You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, responsible to administer specified evaluations, conduct general activity programs, and assist in implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team.
What you will do
* Provides input on evaluation as appropriate under supervision of a staff Occupational Therapist.
* Plans treatment programs with supervising therapist.
* Assists in identifying goals, determining treatment priorities and selecting appropriate treatment media.
* Executes treatment programs under supervision of staff therapist.
* Coordinates programs with other therapists.
* Prepares documentation as required by the department, such as input on evaluation results, treatment plans, progress reports and patient attendance records.
* Communicates observations, facts, and comments with interdisciplinary team members, individually and through team meeting participation.
* Assists with staff/student on the job training/orientation.
* Provides monitoring of assigned student interns.
* Attends care conferences as needed.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certified in the state of practice Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
* 1-3 years
Expectations and Standards
* Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
* Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
* Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
* Maintain confidentiality.
* Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
* Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call ************** or send an email to ****************.