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We are offering a $3,000 Sign-On Bonus (to be paid throughout the first year of employment).
Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania.
Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.
Rehabilitation services are dedicated to helping individuals achieve their highest level of independence and bridging the transition from illness to wellness at home and community, by emphasizing the restoration of mobility and function. Join us in providing an Abundant Life® to patients, participants, residents and their families on our campuses and within their home communities.
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides quality Occupational Therapy services including direct care and treatment under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist in an interdisciplinary environment at Lutheran SeniorLife facilities/agencies including, as assigned, skilled nursing facilities, LIFE programs, home health and/or outpatient clinics.
Provides Occupational Therapy treatment to residents/patients/clients according to the Occupational Therapy plan of care as directed and supervised by the licensed Occupational Therapist.
Participates in gathering information regarding functional status of residents/patients/clients as directed by the licensed Occupational Therapist.
Completes all documentation and record keeping related to the provision of Occupational Therapy services in a timely and accurate and thorough manner consistent with regulatory requirements.
Communicates to residents/patients/clients, families, caregivers and facility/agency staff regarding care issues and discharge planning.
Participates in the operation of the GCS Rehabilitation department according to department policies and procedures, i.e., infection control, safety. Complies with all facility/agency policies & procedures.
Contributes to the planning, implementation, evaluation and quality management of clinical, department and facility/agency programs.
Attends Rehab department meetings and participates in all mandatory in service programs specific to the Rehab department.
Provides appropriate caregiver training as requested.
Responsible for planning, assigning, and directing the work of up to 2 techs.
Complies with Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Practice Act and all federal and state regulations applicable to the assigned site‐Skilled Nursing facilities, PACE/LIFE programs, Home Health programs, Outpatient Clinics.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Associate's degree (A. A.) from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
Six months to one year related experience and/or training preferred. Working knowledge of computer software required for documentation and communication.
Maintains current PA License as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, including meeting continuing education requirements.
Benefits
Lutheran SeniorLife offers growth opportunities and a variety of benefits including but not limited to:
*based on employment status*
FREE** Benefit Model for Full-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. (**No per-pay contributions for Single Coverage)
Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays
Low-Cost Benefit Model for Eligible Part-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
Additional Medical, Dental, Vision Options for Employees and Family Members
Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates including Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and Additional Life Insurance Options
Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer sponsored retirement savings plan
Optional enrollment in a Flexible Spending Account
Total Wellness and WorkLife Balance resources, discounts, programs
Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement or Vehicle Program for Eligible Employees
Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program
Flexible Schedule – **FT/PT Weekend and Week Day Positions and Casual Positions offered. **Available to specific positions.
Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.
Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania.
Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.
Rehabilitation services are dedicated to helping individuals achieve their highest level of independence and bridging the transition from illness to wellness at home and community, by emphasizing the restoration of mobility and function. Join us in providing an Abundant Life® to patients, participants, residents and their families on our campuses and within their home communities.
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides quality Occupational Therapy services including direct care and treatment under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist in an interdisciplinary environment at Lutheran SeniorLife facilities/agencies including, as assigned, skilled nursing facilities, LIFE programs, home health and/or outpatient clinics.
Provides Occupational Therapy treatment to residents/patients/clients according to the Occupational Therapy plan of care as directed and supervised by the licensed Occupational Therapist.
Participates in gathering information regarding functional status of residents/patients/clients as directed by the licensed Occupational Therapist.
Completes all documentation and record keeping related to the provision of Occupational Therapy services in a timely and accurate and thorough manner consistent with regulatory requirements.
Communicates to residents/patients/clients, families, caregivers and facility/agency staff regarding care issues and discharge planning.
Participates in the operation of the GCS Rehabilitation department according to department policies and procedures, i.e., infection control, safety. Complies with all facility/agency policies & procedures.
Contributes to the planning, implementation, evaluation and quality management of clinical, department and facility/agency programs.
Attends Rehab department meetings and participates in all mandatory in service programs specific to the Rehab department.
Provides appropriate caregiver training as requested.
Responsible for planning, assigning, and directing the work of up to 2 techs.
Complies with Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Practice Act and all federal and state regulations applicable to the assigned site‐Skilled Nursing facilities, PACE/LIFE programs, Home Health programs, Outpatient Clinics.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Associate's degree (A. A.) from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
Six months to one year related experience and/or training preferred. Working knowledge of computer software required for documentation and communication.
Maintains current PA License as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, including meeting continuing education requirements.
Benefits
Lutheran SeniorLife offers growth opportunities and a variety of benefits including but not limited to:
*based on employment status*
FREE** Benefit Model for Full-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. (**No per-pay contributions for Single Coverage)
Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays
Low-Cost Benefit Model for Eligible Part-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
Additional Medical, Dental, Vision Options for Employees and Family Members
Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates including Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and Additional Life Insurance Options
Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer sponsored retirement savings plan
Optional enrollment in a Flexible Spending Account
Total Wellness and WorkLife Balance resources, discounts, programs
Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement or Vehicle Program for Eligible Employees
Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program
Flexible Schedule – **FT/PT Weekend and Week Day Positions and Casual Positions offered. **Available to specific positions.
Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.