Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant
Traverse City, MI
TNAA TotalMed Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
$1,052/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
We're looking for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) for an immediate travel opening in Traverse City, MI.
The right OTA should have 1 year of experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a OTA, you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients of all ages develop, improve, or recover the skills needed for daily living and working. You will assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and functional abilities.
As an OTA, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
- Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
- Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
- Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
- Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
- Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.
Must have 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. The ideal candidate must hold a current BLS and COTA National certification. State-specific licensure is required.
OTAs should be able to lift and assist patients safely, demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles.
Requirements*: BLS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Employer
TNAA TotalMed Allied
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Traverse City, MI
About
Traverse City is a small city way up in the northwestern tip of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. The largest city in the area, it serves as a cultural and economic hub for the smaller surrounding towns. As the Chery Capital of the World, Traverse City is primarily known for its cherry production and annual Cherry Festival, which draws tourists from all over the Midwest. Other popular attractions include the nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, numerous wineries and breweries, six historic lighthouses, freshwater beaches and stunning views of Lake Michigan. Its moderate climate boasts warm summers and cold winters, providing the perfect year-round backdrop to its abundant outdoor activities.
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