Occupational Therapist Assistant

*Part-Time Position Available Only*

Help patients develop, recover and improve the skills needed for daily living and working.

COMPANY MISSION:

Our Mission is to improve the quality of life of our patients and their family members.
 
TrustPoint is a state of the art hospital offering two specialty service lines; Acute Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services and Behavioral Health Services for Adult and Seniors.

At TrustPoint Rehabilitation Hospital, our aim is simple: to help people recovering from illness or injury attain the highest possible quality of life. Our goal is to help you meet and exceed your recovery goals while providing a shorter length of stay than skilled nursing facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Observe patients before, during and after therapy, noting status and reporting it to the occupational therapist or clinical supervisor. Help patients do therapeutic activities, such as stretches and other exercises.
• May lead children who have developmental disabilities in play activities that promote coordination and socialization.
• Assist occupational therapists in providing therapy to patients.
• Encourage patients to complete activities and tasks.
• Teach patients how to use special equipment, which may be needed for daily living activities and to use devices that make daily living activities easier.
• Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in medical record and systems, as required by practice or organizational policy.
• Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat, rehabilitate and return paients to the community.
• Communicate clearly and effectively to patients, their family members, guests and other members of the health care team.
• Comply with organizational policies, procedures, performance improvement initiatives and maintain organizational and industry policies regarding confidentiality.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.  When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.  Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

BENEFITS:

TrustPoint provides a comprehensive package of benefits for our team members. Current benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA & FSA
• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D
• Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan- with company match
• Employee Assistance Program/Employee Discount Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement