Occupational Therapy Assistant
Day in the Life of a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant:
Works under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist performing duties to provide occupational therapy care and related tasks as delegated by the supervising occupational therapistThis position may also carry out routine occupational therapy functions such as supervision of aides and documentation of treatment progressWhy Work at Cheyenne Regional? ANCC Magnet Hospital 403(b) with 4% employer match 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure) Education Assistance Program Employer Sponsored Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Loan Forgiveness Eligible Here is what you will be doing:
Performs occupational therapy treatment of patients which includes direct application of modalities, instruction in the use of adaptive equipment, safety, and instruction in therapeutic exercises per treatment plans established by the occupational therapist Observes, records and reports to the occupational therapist and physician, when appropriate, the patient reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition; documents, in the patient record, appropriate data for the treatment(s) provided Instructs other health team personnel, such as home health or occupational therapy aides and family members, in certain phases of occupational therapy with which they may assist the patient; attends care plan conferences when appropriate Acknowledges orders and inputs charges into the computer as needed Teaches educational classes for groups or individuals on topics relevant to occupational therapy Desired skills:
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgement, and attention to detail Ability to assess, evaluate, explain, teach, problem solve using critical thinking; and perform calculations Here is what you will need:
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant school Wyoming Occupational Therapy Assistant license American Heart Association Basic Life Support Training Nice to have:
Prior experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant About Cheyenne Regional:
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroadToday, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000
patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern ColoradoWe pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.
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E(ing) approach with a personal touchBy living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serveIf you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today! Recommended Skills Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (Acls) Attention To Detail Basic Life Support Calculations Critical Thinking Employee Assistance Programs Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Works under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist performing duties to provide occupational therapy care and related tasks as delegated by the supervising occupational therapistThis position may also carry out routine occupational therapy functions such as supervision of aides and documentation of treatment progressWhy Work at Cheyenne Regional? ANCC Magnet Hospital 403(b) with 4% employer match 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure) Education Assistance Program Employer Sponsored Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Loan Forgiveness Eligible Here is what you will be doing:
Performs occupational therapy treatment of patients which includes direct application of modalities, instruction in the use of adaptive equipment, safety, and instruction in therapeutic exercises per treatment plans established by the occupational therapist Observes, records and reports to the occupational therapist and physician, when appropriate, the patient reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition; documents, in the patient record, appropriate data for the treatment(s) provided Instructs other health team personnel, such as home health or occupational therapy aides and family members, in certain phases of occupational therapy with which they may assist the patient; attends care plan conferences when appropriate Acknowledges orders and inputs charges into the computer as needed Teaches educational classes for groups or individuals on topics relevant to occupational therapy Desired skills:
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgement, and attention to detail Ability to assess, evaluate, explain, teach, problem solve using critical thinking; and perform calculations Here is what you will need:
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant school Wyoming Occupational Therapy Assistant license American Heart Association Basic Life Support Training Nice to have:
Prior experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant About Cheyenne Regional:
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroadToday, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000
patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern ColoradoWe pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.
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great healthOur team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.
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P.
I.
R.
E(ing) approach with a personal touchBy living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serveIf you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today! Recommended Skills Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (Acls) Attention To Detail Basic Life Support Calculations Critical Thinking Employee Assistance Programs Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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