About this opportunity
Genesis Healthcare Services lists this Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Mobile Outpatient opportunity in worcester, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
nOccupational Therapist Assistant
nWorcester, Auburn to Westborough, MA
nPart time 20-28 hours/wk
nMobile Outpatient Therapy | ALF/ILF and community based
nAt Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.
nWith over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.
nJoin an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.
nWhy Powerback?
nnnBenefits : We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
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nnPaid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
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nnSupport for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
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nnContinuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
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nnH-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
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nnPerks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
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n nResponsibilities
nPowerback is a new way of delivering recovery, rehabilitation, respiratory, and wellness services to patients across the nation. We deliver an empowered approach to achieving your full potential by providing integrated and individualized solutions. Our reimagined approach to rehabilitation connects directly to the patient experience, which is centered on transforming the road to recovery for everyone and helping patients get their power back. It's patient-centered care that provides a sustainable way of feeling better, moving better, breathing better, and living better.
nThe Occupational Therapy Assistant will primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population. The in-home setting could be a patient's private residence or in a patient's room in an independent living facility. Powerback Rehabilitation To You allows the Occupational Therapy Assistant to treat in the most functional environment which is the patient's home. The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. This position provides a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.
nnnAttends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
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nnResponsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work related meetings.
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nnWorks with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
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nnInstructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
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nnMaintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
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nnCleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
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nnPuts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
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nnImplements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist.
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nnProvides individualized occupational therapy interventions including application of therapeutic techniques in such areas as, but not limited to:
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n nnncognitive skills
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nnmuscle strength
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nncoordination
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nnendurance
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nnmobility
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nnperceptual abilities
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nnsensory awareness
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nnsitting and standing tolerance
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nnbalance
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nnactivities of daily living
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nnjoint protection
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nnwork simplification
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nnorientation
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nnphysical agent modalities
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nnlow vision
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nnfalls risk management
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nnmedication management
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nnhealth and wellness
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nncommunity integration and reintegration
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n nnPerforms other related duties as required.
n nQualifications
nnnMust have a valid license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
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nnMust have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.
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n nPosted Salary Range
nUSD $35.00 - USD $44.00 /Hr.
nGenesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively “Genesis”) has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.
Worksite address
worcester, MA, 01609, US
Who can apply
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