Occupational Therapy Assistant

Reach Therapy Services Llc

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Searcy, AR
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Simple IRA Matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Flexible schedule

    Health insurance

    Vision insurance

    Job Summary

    We are seeking an experienced pediatric 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. The ideal candidate has strong time management skills, excellent customer service skills, and knowledge of occupational therapy guidelines and recommendations.

    A therapist-owned and operated clinic, REACH boasts a collaborative, inter-disciplinary approach to patient care across all disciplines including speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and behavior therapy. Should you join our team, REACH offers support for all new staff and mentorship opportunities for specialized areas in the field of occupational therapy.

    In addition to peer support and mentorship, benefits include: health insurance, retirement matching, flexible scheduling, and more.

    Key responsibilities include:

    Treating children with a wide range of abilities (birth to 21 years of age)

    Providing services in a variety of settings, including clinic, daycare, home, schools, and community

    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

    Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and changes

    Managing your patient caseload and schedule

    The ideal candidate will display the following 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

    Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite

    Strong communication and interpersonal skills

    Strong time management skills

    The ability to make decisions in a high-stress environment

    Teamwork and relationship building

    Flexibility to work well both independently and as a member of a team

    Results-oriented, self-motivated

    Dedication to continued professional growth and education, initiative in pursuing learning opportunities

    Critical thinking and creative problem solving

    Fostering a positive work environment

    Commitment to patient success

    Experience:

    Pediatric therapy: 1 year (Preferred)

    Medical records software, EMR (Bonus)

    Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, PRN