Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute Therapy - PeaceHealth
Vancouver, WA
About the Job
Description
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute Therapy for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $30.22-$45.32 . The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.
Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available
If you're looking to join a supportive and passionate team of therapists that prioritizes clinical excellence and growth, look no further than PeaceHealth Southwest medical Center. Enjoy the fast pace of a large hospital and the diversity the comes with service patients across many specialty service lines (including Critical Care, Level II Trauma, Certified Stroke Program, Total Joint Center, Inpatient Rehab)
Discover Vancouver - Look any direction and the scenery is astounding! Snow-capped mountains, nationally protected evergreen forests, the waterfall-laced Columbia River gorge, and rugged Pacific-coast beaches – all within a short 90-minute drive. The northwest is a dream come true for outdoor enthusiasts. And against that magnificent backdrop, Vancouver and neighboring Portland, Oregon offer all the best amenities of city living. What makes our area so special? A thriving arts scene, varied professional sports teams, unique neighborhoods, and a wealth of diverse culinary destinations.
Learn more: https://peacehealth.culturehq.com/story/5597
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, the COTA assists in carrying out the treatment plan for patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric with musculo-skeletal, neurological, and/or medical diagnoses.
Details of the position:
+ Treat assigned patients following an established treatment plan and goals as established by an Occupational Therapist. Completes patient treatment according to plan of care, modifies plan to meet patients needs within established goals.
+ Maintains appropriate clinical & billing records
+ Assists in the orientation/training of new caregivers.
+ Makes recommendations relative to the acquisition of new equipment & environment of care needs.
+ Coordinates patient care activities with other members of the healthcare team
+ Actively participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
What you bring:
+ Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
+ Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) may be required in certain departments.
+ Licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of Washington
+ Current American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed toInclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.
REQNUMBER: 94557
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute Therapy for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $30.22-$45.32 . The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.
Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available
If you're looking to join a supportive and passionate team of therapists that prioritizes clinical excellence and growth, look no further than PeaceHealth Southwest medical Center. Enjoy the fast pace of a large hospital and the diversity the comes with service patients across many specialty service lines (including Critical Care, Level II Trauma, Certified Stroke Program, Total Joint Center, Inpatient Rehab)
Discover Vancouver - Look any direction and the scenery is astounding! Snow-capped mountains, nationally protected evergreen forests, the waterfall-laced Columbia River gorge, and rugged Pacific-coast beaches – all within a short 90-minute drive. The northwest is a dream come true for outdoor enthusiasts. And against that magnificent backdrop, Vancouver and neighboring Portland, Oregon offer all the best amenities of city living. What makes our area so special? A thriving arts scene, varied professional sports teams, unique neighborhoods, and a wealth of diverse culinary destinations.
Learn more: https://peacehealth.culturehq.com/story/5597
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, the COTA assists in carrying out the treatment plan for patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric with musculo-skeletal, neurological, and/or medical diagnoses.
Details of the position:
+ Treat assigned patients following an established treatment plan and goals as established by an Occupational Therapist. Completes patient treatment according to plan of care, modifies plan to meet patients needs within established goals.
+ Maintains appropriate clinical & billing records
+ Assists in the orientation/training of new caregivers.
+ Makes recommendations relative to the acquisition of new equipment & environment of care needs.
+ Coordinates patient care activities with other members of the healthcare team
+ Actively participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
What you bring:
+ Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
+ Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) may be required in certain departments.
+ Licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of Washington
+ Current American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed toInclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.
REQNUMBER: 94557
Source : PeaceHealth
