Cert. Occupational Therapist Asst. - Nursing Home jobs in Waterloo, IA

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

Occupational Therapist

Waterloo Home Care

Full-time 1.0 (40 hours a week) 8am-4:30pm Monday - Friday

Join an amazing team at a nationally recognized Top Place to Work in Healthcare! As a Occupational Therapist with UnityPoint at Home, you’ll work one-on-one with patients and their families in a flexible, functional care environment to make it possible for patients to receive the care they need where they’re most comfortable – in their homes.

The Occupational Therapist (OT) uses clinical expertise, physical assessment, teaching and skilled therapy interventions to deliver high quality patient care in the patient’s place of residence. The OT contributes to the development of the home health plan of care under the direction of the physician. The OT delivers therapy intervention and treatment directed by the physician as established in the home health plan of care that is consistent with clinical best practices and results in high quality, improved outcomes and exceptional patient experience.

Education:

Graduate of an occupational Therapist education program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTE

Eligible to take, or has successfully completed the entry-level certification examination for Occupational Therapists developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT)

Preferred; Master's degree

Experience: One year experience caring for similar patient population as to be assigned.

Preferred; Home care experience. 2 years’ experience

License(s)/Certification(s):

Licensed or otherwise regulated, if applicable, as an Occupational Therapist by the state in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply in the practicing state.

Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Basic knowledge of current, frequently used medications, including modes of administration, actions and side effects. Able to perform occupational therapy assessment and treatment in the home setting without direct supervision. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work as a collaborative team member. Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures. Ability to navigate and perform basic use of Microsoft Office products. Maintains a reliable mode of transportation and has the ability to drive safely during all day and night hours and in all types of inclement weather.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Commitment to our Team – For the second consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a  Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare  by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience  a culture  guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and  development opportunities  is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Visit  https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/  to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.

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