Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

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Primary Location

Rapid City, SD USA

Department

RCH Occupational Therapy

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Starting Pay Rate Range

$23.25 - $29.06

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

*UP TO $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES*

Starting with compassion, your role as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at Monument Health will involve providing patient-centered care each day. You will be an indispensable part of a team that cherishes professionalism, collaboration, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that has the capacity to change lives significantly. Your presence will be meaningful, every day.

As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant operating in the inpatient services area, you will be responsible for providing direct care to patients belonging to all age groups, from birth to old age, with the goal of improving their physical well-being and functional abilities. Additionally, you will carry out operational tasks for the Rehabilitation Services Department as required.

Our vision at Monument Health revolves around uniting as a team that values listening, inclusivity, and empathy, underscored by a commitment to consistently making ethical choices. If you find resonance with this vision, we extend an invitation for you to join us.

Monument Health offers competitive pay and perks for suitable roles:

*Supportive work culture

*Insurance encompassing medical, vision, and dental expenses

*Retirement planning, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts are valuable tools that enable individuals to save for retirement, address medical costs, and manage their budgets effectively

* Immediate pay is a feature for qualifying positions

*The accumulation of paid vacation days

*Avenues for development and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Superior pay distinctions on select roles (additional remuneration for fulfilling responsibilities in evenings, nights, or weekends)

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Displays suitable critical thinking and discernment in offering care. Carries out all therapy aspects in adherence to accepted national, institutional, and evidence-backed standards. Delivers therapy that aligns with or exceeds departmental outcome expectations.
• Completing paperwork punctually and accurately to validate medical necessity as outlined by department standards.
• Demonstrates efficient time management skills meeting the department's productivity criteria.
• Exhibits proactive behavior in personal professional growth. Ensures timely completion of all education mandated by Monument Health and for obtaining licensure/certification. Actively participates in promoting the profession within Monument Health and in the community.
• Engrosses and informs the patient, family, and caregivers in treatment, goal setting, and discharge organization when required.
• Adheres to the established occupational therapy treatment schedule and collaborates with the chief occupational therapist regarding any changes or challenges encountered in the care plan.
• Adhering to insurance, accreditation, and national and state regulatory protocols.
• Completing all assigned tasks, including extra responsibilities.

Additional Requirements

Required:

Education - Associates degree or equivalent OR graduate of accredited program for Occupational Therapist Assistant

Certification - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapists (NBCOT)

Preferred:

Experience - 1+ years of Related Experience

Certification - Licensure through SDBMOE - Accredited University or accredited training professionals

Physical Requirements:

Very Heavy work - exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.

Job Category

Rehabilitation

Job Family

Occupational Therapy

Shift

Employee Type

Regular

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