Travel Occupational Therapist; OT - in Lees Summit, MO

Position: Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,816 per week in Lees Summit, MO
Occupational Therapist

Location:

Lees Summit, MO

Agency:  Cynet Health

Pay:  $1,816 per week

Shift Information:  Days - 5 days x 8 hours

Contract Duration:  13 Weeks

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position

Job Title:

Occupational Therapy Assistant
Profession:
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Specialty:
Long Term Care
Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Days
Hours per

Shift: 8 Hours

Experience:

2 years of experience preferred
License: COTA license required

Certifications:

CPR required
Must-Have: LTC or Rehab experience preferred

Description:

An Occupational Therapy Assistant supports the Occupational Therapist in conducting therapy treatments to improve patients' mobility and physical health.
The main duties include helping patients perform exercises or treatment plans.
Responsibilities also involve recording patients' health progress and collecting medical history or other personal information.
Occupational Therapy Assistants are responsible for treating patients through therapeutic and self-care activities.
Candidates will monitor a patient's progress to ensure successful treatment completion.
They will encourage patients during their recovery process.
The role includes helping patients improve their quality of life by finding solutions to their problems.
Occupational Therapy Assistants assist injured individuals in improving their motor skills to help them re-enter the workforce.
They teach patients with disabilities to become more independent.
Additionally, they update patient records for the Occupational Therapist.
Maintaining the office, treatment room, and equipment in good order is essential.
Teaching patients, family members, or other caregivers skills and techniques to assist with treatment programs is also part of the role.

Requirements
Required for Onboarding   BLS
Skills Checklist
Specialty Exam