North Kansas City Hospital·North Kansas City, Missouri
The Occupational Therapy Assistant will provide comprehensive skilled services, including home-based therapy, as directed by the attending physician and goals set by the Occupational Therapist. Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions, educating patients and families, ensuring patient safety, and completing accurate clinical documentation following all protocols.
Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.
Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient population. You'll provide home-based therapy for patients as directed by the attending physician and by following the order sets and goals created by the Occupational Therapist. Interacting with patients' families while caring for your patients and experiencing the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey. Home care provides context and real-world perspective about what will really help patients restore their health.WHAT
WE
OFFER:We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We've launched a new guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.HOW
YOU'LL
WORK:You'll provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician. You will educate patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. You are accountable for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with all legal rules and regulations.MAJOR
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RESPONSIBILITY:Plan of
Care: Provide skilled occupational therapy as ordered by the attending physician and observe and monitor patient conditions and notify the Occupational Therapist of any changes in the patient’s condition.Minimize
Patient
Risk: Assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the occupational therapist works toward goals to improve patient functional statusFamily
Educator/Advocate: Counsel patient and family on the disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of occupational therapy. Instruct patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devicesPolicies: Completes all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.Rules and
Regulations: Understand and follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and communicate changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisors.Operations: Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.HARD &
SOFT
SKILLS:Compassionate communicator with a positive attitude.Patience is a virtue when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions.REQUIREMENTS:Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) with current license in the state of employmentMinimum one-year experience as a OTA in an acute care setting. Home care experience preferred.Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driverCapable of all physical demandsWe are proud to be part of the Alternate Solutions Health Network family.
We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today!
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Candidates must possess a current Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) license for the state of employment and a minimum of one year of experience as an OTA, preferably in a home care setting. A valid driver's license and auto insurance are mandatory, along with the capability to meet all physical demands of the role.
Market context
Physician openings in Missouri are typically driven by ongoing patient demand across outpatient and hospital settings, and roles like this often attract candidates who can work across state licensure requirements. Competition is usually shaped by board eligibility, active or obtainable Missouri and Kansas licensure, and readiness to meet certification and documentation expectations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and BCLS certification before applying.