Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Great Work Environment
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary **Skilled Nursing Facility**
We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will be working closely with Occupational Therapists as well as other Assistants to provide therapy and support for our patients. You will be following plans of care previously laid out, assisting your patients with using adaptive devices, and maintaining all therapy spaces and equipment. The ideal candidate has strong time management skills, excellent customer service skills, and knowledge of occupational therapy guidelines and recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Read, understand, and follow all plans of care and therapy laid out for patients under your care
- Assist patients with using adaptive equipment, modified exercises, and learning basic life skills
- Assist Occupational Therapists with exercises, communication, and care coordination as needed
- Assemble, clean, and maintain equipment and materials used on a daily basis
- Attend care plans for patients, provide input, and go over patient care plans
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and changes
Qualifications
- Current state licensing for occupational therapy assistance required
- Previous experience working in an occupational therapy setting desired
- Strong customer service skills and a positive attitude
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong time management skills
- The ability to make decisions in a high-stress environment
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing delivers the most reliable and trustworthy staff members to hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient clinics, schools, and home health organizations within the U.S.— we partner with you and provide real-time solutions to the challenges faced by healthcare providers including staffing crisis remediation and temporary help services. We are committed to meeting all of your business and talent needs, while striving to go above and beyond to ensure compassionate care is delivered with excellence. We provide our healthcare workers with top-notch customer service, mentorship, and with a quality experience.
