Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Home Health

Job overview

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Home Health in Espanola, NM. This is a full-time, onsite position with Ambercare – an Addus family company. Compensation is not specified.

What you'll do

• Performs all occupational therapy procedures planned and delegated as prescribed by the provider in the client's place of residence as instructed and supervised by the qualified occupational therapist.
• Assists clients to and from treatment or training areas and instructs clients in pushing wheelchairs, supporting, or lifting and positioning in and out of bed.
• Assists clients with slings, splints, and self-help devices to obtain physical independence.
• Observes clients for signs of distress and adjusts activities accordingly.
• Maintains accurate clinical records, keeping track of goals and progress of clients.
• Communicates clients’ status, changes in condition, changes in care plan, and needs to family members, staff, and other professionals.
• Maintains regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the department.

What we're looking for

Education

Certified as an occupational therapy assistant by AOTA

Experience

1 year

Skills & competencies

occupational therapy assistant

ota

espanola nm

ambercare

full-time

home health

new mexico

therapy

patient care

healthcare

1 year experience

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with match, Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, Mileage Reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral Program, Merit Increases, Employee Discount Programs

About the employer

Ambercare – an Addus family company is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists. Sector: 62.