OT Occupational Therapist

Location: Saint Joseph, Missouri

Job Type: Travel

Weekly Pay: $1420.30

Duration: 13 weeks

Shifts Per Week: 5

Scheduled Hours: 40

Job Id: 33648277

Job Description

**Job Description: Occupational Therapy Assistant** We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our healthcare team. As a vital member of the rehabilitation process, you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to help improve patients' mobility and overall physical health. **Key Responsibilities:** - Assist in conducting therapy treatments aimed at enhancing patients' mobility and physical wellness. - Support patients in performing exercises and adhering to treatment plans. - Monitor and record patient progress to ensure the successful completion of treatment goals. - Encourage and motivate patients throughout their recovery journey. - Collaborate with patients to find solutions that improve their quality of life and functional independence. - Work with injured employees to enhance their motor skills, facilitating their return to the workforce. - Instruct patients, family members, and caregivers in techniques to support the patient’s treatment program. - Keep patient records updated for review by the Occupational Therapist. - Maintain cleanliness and organization of the treatment areas, equipment, and office spaces. **Qualifications:** - Active COTA license is required. - CPR certification is required. - Minimum of 2 years of occupational therapy experience preferred. - Experience in long-term care (LTC) or rehabilitation settings is preferred. This position typically involves an 8-hour day shift and provides the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients through rehabilitation and therapy. --- At ARMStaffing we take care of our nurses! We offer: - **Health & Retirement Benefits:** Day-1 access to extensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and more. - **Complimentary Onboarding:** We pay your way through onboarding including Physicals, TITERS, and everything else. A dedicated Onboarding Specialist will schedule your appointments, allowing you to focus on patient care while we facilitate your start. - **On-Call Support:** We have on-call support 24/7, 365 days a year. Need clinical support? Our experienced team across various healthcare practices is available to offer immediate guidance. - **401k Retirement Savings Plan:** After a qualifying waiting period, employees are eligible for 401k. Employees contributing at least 5% will receive a 4% company match. - **Recruiter Matching:** When you apply with ARMStaffing, you will be paired with a specialized recruiter based on your preferred location and specialty. Honestly, there's so much more... including Travel Reimbursement, Housing Allowance, Meals & Incidentals, Referral Bonuses, Completion Bonuses; the perks keep coming! We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why: - SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms — 2019 - SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. — 2023 - Celebrated as a Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley — 2022, 2023 - Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics - Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing Services Certification Contract & local rates may vary based on location and residency of the applicant. For more details, please ask an ARMStaffing recruiter about your options!

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