Occupational Therapy Assistant

Western Home Communities is seeking to add an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team who will assist directly and indirectly with the delivery of Occupational Therapy treatment services under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. If you feel you are qualified for this position, please submit an application on our website today!

Responsibilities:
Assists the Occupational Therapist in establishing restorative nursing programs, as necessary, in conjunction with restorative nursing department efforts to provide appropriate comprehensive care to patients
Plans and administers OT treatment interventions per OT Evaluation and Plan of Care
Educates patients and families regarding the role of therapy and therapeutic interventions
Monitors and documents patient progress in response to treatment interventions

Requirements:
Successful completion of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant Program and certification (or eligibility for) by AOTA
Valid license or eligible for licensure to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Iowa
High level communication skills, both verbal and written
Effective leadership and customer relationship skills
Ability to exercise mature judgment with initiative in analyzing and solving problems

Anyone interested in this opportunity can reach out to Kelsey Young at 319-222-2057 or email at kelsey.young@westernhome.org to answer any additional questions.