Occupational Therapy Assistant- Skilled Nursing - Staten Island, United States - theradynamics

Description

Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA) Needed for Full Time or Contractor at a Skilled Nursing Facility in Staten Island, NY

Theradynamics is proud to be recognized as one of the leading contract rehabilitative therapy companies in the Tri-State area.

For more than 16 years, we have been working closely with the patients in helping them achieve their goals through creative treatments and state of art equipment.

We offer competitive salary and benefits that secures your future, and we can accommodate your flexibility through full time or part time positions.

Benefits at Theradynamics include:

5 Weeks Paid Time Off
Medical and Dental Insurance
Tax Deferred Programs under AFLAC
Unlimited continuing education credits through our interactive online library of courses
401K Plan with company match
Parental Leave

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
Referral Program

All rates offered are based on position, years of applicable experience and employment type

Rate ranges shown include levels for per diems with no benefits and Independent Contractors

Occupational Therapy Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation, and monitoring of patient progress.

Recognize when standard patient protocols or treatment plans need modification to meet individual patient needs & reports to the therapist.

Understand the role of therapy in the context of the patient's age, total needs perspective and environment.
Perform age-appropriate advanced competency skills in practice and with respect to individual patient's problems.
Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers regarding age, level of understanding & emotional status.
Consistently report to therapist patient progress/status to allow for update of goals and modification of treatment program
Utilize appropriate methods and materials for effective learning, monitoring response to education, and adapting program appropriately


Occupational Therapy Assistant Job Requirements:
Associate's degree in Occupational Therapist Assistant
Valid New York State OTA license
Good organization skills
Good communication skills
Good written skills
New grads encouraged to apply


INDSN

Job Type:
Full-time


Pay:
Up to $40.00 per hour


Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday


License/Certification:
Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)


Work Location:
In person