Local Contract Occupational Therapist Assistant - $50 per hour

VeeAR Health is seeking a local contract Occupational Therapist Assistant for a local contract job in Fairfield, California.
Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Occupational Therapist Assistant
Discipline:

Therapy
Start Date:

ASAP
Duration:

8 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift:

8 hours, days
Employment Type:

Local Contract
Emp Type: 8 weeks
Shift Notes: Day shift: 5x8 hrs: 40 Hrs/week
Weekend Requirements & On Call Requirements: - Rotation of weekend and holiday coverage (required)

Job Description:
Works under the management supervision of the Rehabilitation Services Supervisor and Practice Manager. Under the general supervision of a certified occupational therapist, administers assigned patient treatments, assists with treatment planning, prepares and transmits written and verbal communication of patient progress, supervises students and volunteers as assigned. Occupational Therapist Assistant shall be supervised by a certified occupational therapist per established departmental guidelines and regulatory standards.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education: Minimum Associate of Science degree from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
Licensure/Certification:
A current California Occupational Therapy Assistant license is required.
An Occupational Therapy Assistant License Applicant may be considered.
Current AHA or equivalent BLS certification and all other annual requirements of the System and department. (TB, Safety, etc.)
Experience: One year of experience in an acute hospital or outpatient clinic preferred; however, we will consider new graduates.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES

Provides occupational therapy services under the supervision of an occupational therapist, in inpatient and outpatient settings during assigned shift during department operating hours, including assignment in rotation of weekend and holiday coverage.
Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, administers modalities and procedures specific to the learning needs and age of the patient. Assists occupational therapist with plans for discharge.
Prepares and maintains accurate and current patient records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Provides patient, family/caregivers with age appropriate instruction regarding therapy procedures and home program, and provides additional instruction as indicated.
Instructs the patient and family/caregiver in care and use of assistive and adaptive equipment.
Communicates with rehabilitation team members, family, physicians and third party payers regarding patient progress and program changes as appropriate.
Attends and/or participates inter/intradepartmental inservices and meetings as required and appropriate.
Assists with orientation and supervision of other health care professionals as appropriate.
VeeAR Health Job ID #1556.
About VeeAR Health

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Benefits

Employee assistance programs
Dental benefits
Continuing Education
Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Referral bonus