occupational therapy teacher

Pediatric Developmental Services

<div>Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking to hire a full-time Occupational Therapist. Do you enjoy working with children? Would you like to improve the lives of students through exceptional occupational therapy? If so, this may be the position for you!
This OT position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:<ul><li>
Health, Dental, &amp; Vision Insurance with company contribution</li><li>
Retirement Account with company matching</li><li>
Unlimited CEUs</li><li>
Materials stipend</li><li>
Licensure &amp; ASHA reimbursement</li><li>
Great Mentorship Program!</li></ul>
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST<ul><li>
Master's degree in Occupational Therapy</li><li>
State Occupational Therapy License</li></ul>
Every state requires all Occupational Therapists to have a state license. If you do not have a license for a specific state, the licensing team at PDS will help you through the process!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
As an Occupational Therapist you will spend your day helping improve the lives of children. Setting them up for success both in the school setting and beyond is meaningful work that builds a rewarding career!
You will provide high-quality services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans. Conducting evaluations, assessments, and writing reports, you determine their strengths and areas of concern in fine motor skills, handwriting, and other areas.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that would be right for this OT position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!
ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.
For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.</div>

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

WPA Nurse Staffing

<div>The Rehabilitation Services department provides a comprehensive array of services, including occupational, physical, and speech therapies. In particular, the Occupational Therapy (OT) segment focuses on evaluating and treating individuals with injuries, disabilities, or emotional challenges to enhance, maintain, or restore their functional capabilities. Offered services encompass group therapy, recreational programs, library access, vocational therapy, creative arts, essential life skills training, massage therapy, gait training, and muscle retraining. Additionally, the department ensures meticulous maintenance of treatment records and is dedicated to the ongoing education and professional development of its staff.
 The OT is responsible for providing evaluations and treatments for Activities of Daily Living (ADL), along with assessing associated strengths, range of motion (ROM), and functions as prescribed by physicians for both inpatients and outpatients within the occupational therapy domain. The professional will collaborate with nursing staff to deliver coordinated comprehensive screenings and rehabilitative care programs, maintain accurate treatment records, and contribute to staff education and development. Under general supervision, the individual will perform diagnostic assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, and offer professional OT services across a diverse range of patient cases. This position may also entail delivering all OT services for a specific unit, center, or facility, along with other related duties as assigned.
 I. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
 A. Management of Patient Care 75%
 1. Observes, assesses, evaluates and re-evaluates level of function. Collects objective measurements and uses outcome measures in all applicable areas of ADL, ROM, strength and function as indicated, for individual diagnosis and medical conditions.
 2. Provides direct patient treatment upon development and implementation of written occupational therapy plan of care, under a physician referral. Uses appropriate treatment to prevent deterioration, develop skills, and restore function. Independently plans, organizes, initiates, and conducts occupational therapy treatment, as needed. Plans and implements purposeful therapeutic activities to restore function or to maintain patient functioning at the appropriate level. Areas of treatment include activities of daily living; sensory integrative functioning; designing, fabricating, and fitting of orthotics and self-help devices; psychosocial functioning; and upper extremity motor functioning.
 3. Acts as activities consultant for the LTC and hospital, and, as such, provides input to activities coordinator, Recreation Aide, regarding planning, organizing, initiating, and conducting activity programs for individuals and groups of patients/residents.
 4. Responsible for providing safe, efficient and economical care. Must know the philosophy, purpose, policies and standards of HHSC Kaua&rsquo;i Region, the Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapy departments, and provides explanations and implementation within the unit; interprets the organizational structure and communication channels with the department and hospital unit personnel.
 5. Instructs patient/resident and staff on specific occupational therapy recommendations. Provides advisory and consultative services to patients, residents, activities programs, other therapists, diagnostic team members, etc.
 6. Plans and organizes workload and is aware and flexible to acute needs of patients and departments.
 7. Documents all services rendered, including health teaching.
 8. Communicates with physician and other staff members of the inter-disciplinary team and community agencies involved in the program.
 9. Coordinates discharge follow-up with community agencies as needed.
 10. Interacts with patient in order to reduce anxiety. Informs the patient what to expect and assures the continuity of care. Uses knowledge of different cultures to assess each patient&rsquo;s cultural specific needs and provide cultural specific treatment and care.
 11. Uses the principles of pain management in assisting each patient to be as comfortable and pain free as possible by assessing, treating and educating patient and family.
 12. Uses the principles of growth and development to assess each patient&rsquo;s age-specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care.
 13. Participates in the delivery of patient care for the department. Directs patient care, as needed, evaluates outcomes, consults with other specialists as required, and adjusts processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.
 14. Provides input and standards in formulating patient care policy and procedures for the department and the organization; works with the medical staff to coordinate medical and departmental management of patient care.
 15. Ensures all activities related to patient care meet standards for quality; organizes and ensures continuity of care based on current knowledge; responsible for the transcription and execution of physicians&rsquo; orders and interpretation of orders and care anticipated.
 16. May assume role of patient advocate respecting guidelines found in the Patient Bill of Rights.
 17. Demonstrates clinical expertise in area of specialty. 
 B. Departmental and Administrative Responsibilities 10%
 1. Assists the Physical Therapist IV in planning, organizing, and coordinating an occupational therapy program for HHSC Kaua&rsquo;i Region. Provides administrative leadership to department.
 2. Plans, develops and implements strategies for the allocation of resources to achieve objectives. Develops long- and short-range plans within the broader framework of corporate, regional and facility policies and procedures and in compliance with applicable regulatory and governing authority to strive towards improved profitability and to meet operational objectives.
 3. Plans departmental in-services that increase the quality of our patient care.
 4. Investigates and evaluates causes of complaints and problems of patients, visitors, and personnel; solves minor problems; reports major or recurrent problems; communicates effectively and clearly.
 5. Participates in developing, justifying and maintaining annual operational and capital budget for the department. Monitors variance against budget on an ongoing basis. Prepares reports for the Director / Administrator to justify variance beyond predetermined threshold.
 6. Participates in trial usage of equipment to monitor the effectiveness and reliability to maintain the standards of safety and care; evaluates and sets standards for facilities and equipment, and monitors utilization of equipment and supplies.
 7. Collaborates to ensure a safe, clean and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors. Promotes open communication within the department and with other units and departments. Participates in activities of the department, i.e., The Joint Commission (TJC), Safety, Performance Improvement, and Infection Control.
 8. Reports unsafe equipment and assures follow-up. Assures that all equipment necessary for provision of care is readily available and in working order. Reports incidents and unusual occurrences according to department policies.
 9. Attends hospital-wide meetings as assigned, and actively participates on a variety of committees, as required or directed. Ensures that the department maintains established policies, procedures, QAPI program objectives, environmental and infection control standards.
 10. Participates in program for orientation to and practice of emergency procedures; fire drills, evacuation procedures, and internal/external disaster plans and procedures.
 11. Make recommendations to the Physical Therapist IV regarding new or existing operational practices, policies and procedures and develops policies and standards for department.
 12. Actively works within the community to promote services and enhance relationships.
 13. Maintains departmental records and reports and collects statistical data as directed.
 14. Instructs other personnel in preparing and conducting activities and programs for individuals and groups of patients in the areas of occupational therapy.
 15. Conducts in-service training for hospital staff; orients staff to goals and purposes of occupational therapy; instructs in treatment modalities used; and advises and/or consults with staff regarding patients&rsquo; needs in relation to occupational therapy and recreational and supportive activities.
 16. The employee participates in staff, agency, and patient-care meetings to coordinate team efforts in treatment approach and goals in the rehabilitation of the patient; communicates occupational therapy observations and evaluations of patients to the interdisciplinary team.
 17. Supervises the use, maintenance, and care of tools and equipment used in the Occupational Therapy department.
 18. When necessary, drives patients in hospital van. 
 C. Human Relations and Personal Development 5%
 1. Plans and organizes workload and is aware and flexible to acute needs of patient and department.
 2. Fosters and maintains effective communication, exemplifying exceptional customer service, promoting teamwork, collaborating professionally, and supporting positive interactions with patients, visitors, providers, staff, and the community.
 3. Adheres to quality of service standards.
 4. Provides assistance during emergencies, participates in disaster drills, and engages in committee meetings and training sessions and participates in problem solving processes. 
 D. Training/Education/Competency 5%
 1. Assumes responsibility for own personal continuing education, competency and developmental needs; attends meetings, workshops and seminars to enrich personal knowledge, growth and skill in providing clinical care for patients.
 2. Attends and completes mandatory in-services and certification renewals on time; patient rights, crisis prevention, annual health and safety, BLS, etc. Actively participate in appropriate educational and training programs, engages in staff development and is committed to improve knowledge and skills, while also sharing the acquired benefits attained with fellow colleagues.
 3. Provides educational and teaching efforts to patients, their families and other educational efforts of the department or Hospital.
 4. Interprets philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures for personnel, patients, and the public; sets and interprets short-and long-term department goals and tracks the progress to attain them. 
 E. Other Duties 5%
 1. Ensure compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and upholds the highest standards of confidentiality for all facility, employee, and patient information.
 2. Follows, applies, and upholds the policies and procedures of The Joint Commission (TJC), Kaua&rsquo;i Region, HHSC, as well as federal, state, and other regulatory agencies, concerning residents/patients, employees, providers, and visitors.
 3. Maintains compliance with all infection control and employee health requirements.
 4. Actively participates in interview of applicants and presents a positive image to enhance recruitment.
 5. Performs other duties as assigned. 
 
\_\___**you will need to get Hawaii PT license asap**_</div>

HI - Occupational Therapy

Aldar Education

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding
 
 UAE National Inclusion Assistants
 
 for Abdulla Bin Otaiba School in Abu Dhabi for an
 
 immediate (Feb / March 2026) start.
 
 
 
 Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School is an American Curriculum school, a mixed gender primary school located in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students. Our vision is to create &ldquo;A sustainable and innovative learning community where we nurture our learners through Collaboration, Leadership and Creativity&rdquo;. This vision is supported by the Abdullah bin Otaiba learners and teacher DNA, which is at the heart of school community.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Main Duties
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide support for individual pupils, within a group context or individually, both inside and outside of the classroom to enable them to fully participate in a range of activities during the school day.
 </li>
 <li>
 Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in the implementation of individual education programmes for individual pupils, link to the student&rsquo;s IEP goals and contribute to the monitoring of their progress and attainment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the individual pupil/s in relation to their additional support needs e.g., academic, physical, emotional, and behavioural difficulties and help develop their social and communication skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist home room and subject teachers with maintaining pupil records.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare necessary resources to assist the identified student to access or differentiate the curriculum in order to support learning.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote independence, by teaching clear and meaningful strategies to the student.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the aims of the school, comply with the requirements of health and safety, code of conduct and other relevant legislation and school policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality, and attendance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Attend training sessions and professionals&rsquo; meetings as required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work with other professionals e.g. speech therapists, occupational therapists etc, as needed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build a close working relationship with home room and subject teachers and communicate regularly and openly.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understand other duties from time to time as the principal / Head of Inclusion require.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Specific Duties
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Adhere to guidelines of confidentiality &ndash; respecting that the Head of Inclusion, Home room and subject teachers are responsible for formal communications with parents.
 </li>
 <li>
 Academic assistance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Giving individual instruction as prescribed by the teacher / providing group instruction where appropriate.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrating various instructional activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitoring work assigned by the teacher &ndash; checking and correcting individual students work in line with school policy, while in progress.
 </li>
 <li>
 Keeping individual pupil and peers on task.
 </li>
 <li>
 Praising and reinforcing the achievements of pupils/reporting pupil progress to the teacher.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare materials for the individual as needed, to scaffold their classroom learning.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supervising individual pupil/s in the classroom, specialist lessons and other locations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participating in development of behaviour policy / promoting pupils self-esteem and discipline misbehaviour in line with whole school policy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Attend and subsequently deliver intervention for SaLT / OT / ABA therapy to help generalise and consolidate target skills, maximising the impact of therapy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Attend ECA/trips and visits.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experienced IA may be asked to mentor new IA &ndash; new IA may be asked to participate mentoring.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications: UAE National
 
 with a minimum SEN Qualification and secondary school certificate / bachelors.
 
 
 
 Minimum Experience:
 
 At least 1 year of experience in UAE Schools.
 
 
 
 Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills:
 
 English language skills or the language applied in the school curriculum.
</div>

Inclusion Assistant - UAE Nationals (Abdulla Bin Otaiba Charter School) - Immediate Start

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 Aldar Education is currently seeking an outstanding
 
 Special Education Needs Assistant
 
 for
 
 Al Ghad Charter School
 
 in Abu Dhabi for Academic Year 2026/2027.
 
 
 The purpose of the role is to provide early intervention to promote the educational and social development of identified pupils under the direction and guidance of the Head of Inclusion and Class Teacher.
 
 
 Al Ghad Charter School is an American Curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognized and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Al Ghad Charter School is a great place to work. It has an exciting, diverse, and progressive learning community that is committed to fulfilling the National Agenda for our Emirati students. Our learning culture is under pinned by our mission statement, Excite, Challenge, empower allowing all students to thrive.
 
 
 This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.
 
 
 The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Main Duties
 
 
 
  Provide support for individual pupils, within a group context or individually, both inside and outside of the classroom to enable them to fully participate in a range of activities during the school day.
 
 
  Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety.
 
 
  Assist in the implementation of individual education programmes for individual pupils, link to the student&rsquo;s IEP goals and contribute to the monitoring of their progress and attainment.
 
 
  Support the individual pupil/s in relation to their additional support needs e.g., academic, physical, emotional, and behavioural difficulties and help develop their social and communication skills.
 
 
  Assist home room and subject teachers with maintaining pupil records.
 
 
  Prepare necessary resources to assist the identified student to access or differentiate the curriculum in order to support learning.
 
 
  Promote independence, by teaching clear and meaningful strategies to the student.
 
 
  Support the aims of the school, comply with the requirements of health and safety, code of conduct and other relevant legislation and school policies.
 
 
  Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality, and attendance.
 
 
  Attend training sessions and professionals&rsquo; meetings as required.
 
 
  Work with other professionals e.g. speech therapists, occupational therapists etc, as needed.
 
 
  Build a close working relationship with home room and subject teachers and communicate regularly and openly.
 
 
  Understand other duties from time to time as the principal / Head of Inclusion require
 
 
 
 Specific Duties
 
 
 
  Adhere to guidelines of confidentiality &ndash; respecting that the Head of Inclusion, Home room and subject teachers are responsible for formal communications with parents.
 
 
  Academic assistance
 
 
  Giving individual instruction as prescribed by the teacher / providing group instruction where appropriate
 
 
  Demonstrating various instructional activities
 
 
  Monitoring work assigned by the teacher &ndash; checking and correcting individual students work in line with school policy, while in progress.
 
 
  Keeping individual pupil and peers on task
 
 
  Praising and reinforcing the achievements of pupils/reporting pupil progress to the teacher
 
 
  Prepare materials for the individual as needed, to scaffold their classroom learning.
 
 
  Supervising individual pupil/s in the classroom, specialist lessons and other locations
 
 
  Participating in development of behaviour policy / promoting pupils self-esteem and discipline misbehaviour in line with whole school policy
 
 
  Attend and subsequently deliver intervention for SaLT / OT / ABA therapy to help generalise and consolidate target skills, maximising the impact of therapy.
 
 
  Attend ECA/trips and visits.
 
 
  Experienced IA may be asked to mentor new IA &ndash; new IA may be asked to participate mentoring
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Diploma in Special Education Needs; Other related qualification with equivalency
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Minimum Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 2 years SEN experience
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.
 
 
 
 Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
 
</div>

Inclusion Assistant - UAE National - Al Ghad Charter School - Academic Year 2026/2027

Baptist Health

<div>
 Video Testimonial
 
 
 Job Details
 
 
 Department: Occupational Therapy
 
 
 Shift: Day
 
 
 Working Hours: 7:30-4
 
 
 
 Summary:
 
 
 
 The Occupational Therapist Assistant I demonstrates independence and accountability in providing care for a complex patient population. They are committed to professional and departmental growth and enhancement. The Occupational Therapist Assistant must possess the ability to complete all facility competencies and demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to provide appropriate care under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to the ages of patients served.
 
 
 
 Other Information:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Active Arkansas State Board Occupational Therapist Assistant license.
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 Associate&rsquo;s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
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 CPR Certification required but can be completed upon hire.
 
 
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 </ul>
 This job will be authorized 80.00 hours bi-weekly.
 
 
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 Department: Occupational Therapy
 
 
 Shift: Day
 
 
 Working Hours: 7:30-4
 
 
 
 Other Information:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Active Arkansas State Board Occupational Therapist Assistant license.
 </li>
 <li>
 Associate&rsquo;s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
 </li>
 <li>
 CPR Certification required but can be completed upon hire.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 This job will be authorized 80.00 hours bi-weekly.
</div>

Occupational Therapist Assistant I-Inpatient Rehab

Amedisys

<div>Overview:
<div><div><div>Make a difference every day as an Amedisys occupational therapist</div><div>
Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.</div></div><div>
</div><div>
Attractive pay</div><ul><li>
$70.48-$88.10 Base Rate/ Pay Per Visit</li></ul><div>
</div><div>
What's in it for you</div><div><ul><li>
Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.</li><li>
Paid time off.</li><li>
Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.</li><li>
Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*</li><li>
Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.</li><li>
401(k) with a company match.</li><li>
Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.</li><li>
Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.</li><li>
And more.</li></ul><ul><li>Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.</li><li>Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.</li></ul></div></div>
Responsibilities:
<div><div><ul><li><div>
Responsible for all aspects of occupational therapy service delivery provided under a physician approved plan of care.</div></li><li>
Ensures the plan of care addresses all problems identified in the assessment or documents rationale if identified problems are not addressed in the plan of care.</li><li>
Accountable for the safety and effectiveness of the occupational therapy service delivery process.</li><li>
Completes documentation timely and accurately.</li><li>
Supervises home health aide when RN is not active in the case.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul></div></div> 
<div></div>
Qualifications:
<div><div><ul><li><div>
Current license to practice occupational therapy specific to the state you are assigned to work.</div></li><li>
Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTE</li><li>
Eligible to take, or has successfully completed, the entry-level certification examination for occupational therapists developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT).</li><li>
One year related occupational therapy experience to ensure knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide occupational therapy services to patients.<ul><li>
If less than one (1) year experience, then approval from regional clinical leaders required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or residency program established.</li></ul></li><li>
Current CPR certification.</li></ul><div>
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.</div></div></div><div>
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.</div></div>

OT Home Health

<div>Overview:
<div></div><div><div>
Make a difference every day as an Amedisys Occupational Therapist Assistant!</div><div>
</div><div>
Full-time - Sussex County</div><div><div>
</div><div>
Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.</div></div><div>
</div><div>
Attractive pay</div><ul><li>
$38.00 - $4700/Hr</li></ul><div>
What's in it for you</div><div><ul><li>
Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.</li><li>
Paid time off.</li><li>
Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.</li><li>
Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*</li><li>
Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.</li><li>
401(k) with a company match.</li><li>
Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.</li><li>
Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.</li><li>
And more.</li></ul><ul><li>Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.</li><li>Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.</li></ul></div></div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Provides skilled interventions in accordance with the physician approved plan of care and under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist.</li><li>
Provides documentation of each visit according to AOTA documentation guidelines and accepted regulatory standards for inclusion in the patient's clinical record.</li><li>
Observes, records and reports the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising OT, physician and other appropriate clinical staff.</li><li>
Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs.</li><li>
Promotes wellness and prevention by promotion of occupational engagement.</li><li>
Demonstrates knowledge of available community resources/services.</li><li>
Makes recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the care center that admitted the patient/client.</li><li>
Keeps abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge for the service provision, documentation skills and care coordination.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant, specific to the state you are assigned to work.</li><li>
Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTE.</li><li>
Eligible to take, or has successfully completed, the entry-level certification examination for occupational therapy assistants, developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT).</li><li>
One year related occupational therapy assistant experience to ensure knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide occupational therapy services to patients.<ul><li>
If less than one year of experience, then approval from regional clinical leaders required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or residency program established.</li></ul></li><li>
Current CPR certification.</li></ul><div>
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.</div>
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.</div>

Occupational Therapist Assistant - Sussex County

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