Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant
Stockton, CA
Integrated Healthcare Services
5x8 hrs
$2,338/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration9 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title: Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: California
Contract Length: Not specified
Job Summary:
The WelbeHealth Occupational Therapist Assistant, under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for assisting with performing tests and providing restorative and rehabilitative Occupational Therapy services to participants at the Center and at home to maximize participant independence and safety and enhance performance of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). The Occupational Therapist Assistant will work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement the plan of care established by the Occupational Therapist. The Occupational Therapist Assistant collaborates effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to promote the WelbeHealth values, team culture, and mission.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of two (2) years’ Occupational Therapy Assistant experience in a clinical setting with a frail or elderly population.
- Occupational Therapy Assistant knowledge and skills necessary to treat frail, elderly participants with complex needs.
- Highly motivated, self-directed, able to execute tasks in a quickly changing environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
- Excellent clinical, organizational, and communication skills in settings with seniors, their families, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience and competency working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Commitment to unlocking the full potential of our most vulnerable seniors.
Required Education:
- Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
- The qualifying Occupational Therapy Assistant Degree earned outside of the US must be evaluated to the US equivalent to a Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- Valid California Occupational Therapy Assistant License.
Employer
Integrated Healthcare Services
About Stockton, CA
As a travel nurse in Stockton, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Stockton, CA is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the primary factor.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Stockton experiences hot summers with average highs around 93°F and mild winters with average lows around 38°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Stockton, and they can be relatively easy to find.
- Stockton is car-friendly with good road infrastructure, but public transportation options are limited.
- Stockton is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the demand for healthcare professionals.
- Stockton offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities include parks and nearby waterways for boating and fishing.
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