Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Temp Position at Talking Tadpoles LLC

Arlington, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Communication, Education, Assessment, Documentation, Sensory Integration, Visual Training, Sensory Feeding Therapy, Handwriting, Fine Motor Skills, Reflexes, Clinical Competencies, Quality Patient Care, Team Collaboration, Professional Growth, Compassionate Therapy

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Note: This is a temp position beginning early December for approximately 12-14 weeks. Talking Tadpoles is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a positive & collaborative work environment and team. We are pleased to offer: Competitive & dynamic pay Health, vision, dental benefits for full time employees with significant employer contribution Affordable voluntary benefits (short term disability, long term disability, accident insurance, etc.) 401k eligibility at the one-year anniversary Paid time off and Holiday Pay for Full-Time Therapists CEU reimbursement fund for all full-time therapists A compassionate and fun team Interprofessional mentorship Management who is responsive and invested in your professional growth Assigned personal therapy space/office The ideal candidate is open to growth and is dedicated and passionate about the therapy they provide, helping children and their families reach their goals through exceptional and compassionate therapy. At Talking Tadpoles, we believe that every child is an individual and deserves the best care available. We are dedicated and passionate about the therapy we provide, and our mission is to help children and their families reach their goals through exceptional and compassionate therapy. Every position in our organization helps to achieve this goal. The ideal Certified Occupational Therapy candidate is one who enjoys collaborating and learning and who is dedicated and passionate about the therapy they provide. Ongoing supervision by an OT is provided. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position reports to the Location Lead unless directed otherwise directed. Job Responsibilities: Perform patient care and related activities in accordance with best practice/evidence-based practice guidelines, while following an individualized plan of care based upon evaluation/reassessment findings according to clinical guidelines with the guidance of a registered occupational therapist. Perform patient care and related activities within the scope of their training and responsibilities, demonstrating basic clinical competencies Communicates effectively with patient/family/therapists/physicians and other health care professionals to promote quality patient care Provides instruction/education to patients and families/caregivers with accurate and thorough information consistently to patients and families concerning their participation in the continuity of care Assesses patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding, ability to assimilate information and the most desirable method of teaching Maintains a current awareness and participates in office quality activities Have a working knowledge about Sensory Integration, Visual Training, Sensory Feeding Therapy, Handwriting, Fine Motor, and Reflexes Documents patient information in Electronic Medical Record according to office policies and clinic guidelines in timely manner Participates in staff development and attends health, safety and training in-services and other obligatory activities Performs other essential functions as needed Requirements: Associates Degree and current Texas license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Must be articulate, courteous, and supportive in dealing with clinical and administrative colleagues, patients and parents with ability to honor confidentiality Two years pediatric experience preferred

Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will perform patient care activities according to best practice guidelines and communicate effectively with patients and families. They will also document patient information and participate in staff development activities.