Lifepoint Health·Joliet, Illinois
The Occupational Therapist Assistant will communicate patient progress or issues to supervisors and team members, instruct families or nursing staff on follow-through programs, and assist with patient scheduling and daily charge posting to records. Responsibilities also include documenting patient care according to regulatory requirements and maintaining a safe, clean work area.
Your experience matters Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Occupational Therapist Assistant joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How you’ll contribute An Occupational Therapist Assistant who excels in this role: Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs Assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws
Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: · Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. · Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. · Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. · Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). · Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for Candidates must have certification from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program culminating in an Associate's degree Current and valid state OTA license or certificate of practice or equivalent in the states where services are rendered CPR certification (when required)
$27 - $37 per hour
EEOC Statement “Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program resulting in an Associate's degree and hold current, valid state OTA licensure or certificate of practice. Required certifications include certification from the AOTA and CPR certification when mandated.
Market context
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