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On With Life is hiring: Occupational Therapist (OTR) or Certified Occupational T

On With Life, Ankeny, IA, United States


This PRN Occupational Therapist (OTR) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position assists with filling in periodic scheduling gaps due to high patient volumes or employee leaves.

Available hours are typically between 8AM-6PM, with occasional slight variations to meet unique scheduling needs.
Environment: Post-Acute Care
Location: Ankeny, Iowa
On rare occasions you may have the opportunity to travel to other On With Life clinic locations.
What do Occupational Therapists (OTR) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) do?
The OT or COTA provides professional occupational therapy services to persons with brain injury, spinal cord injury, and other neurological conditions. As a member of the transdisciplinary team, the OTR or COTA reviews and informs the rehabilitation plans of persons served. They provide direct treatment in the areas of:
independent living/daily living skills
sensory motor
cognitive and psychosocial skills
personal-social development

There is great joy in watching someone do something for the first time after their injury. You’ll have the opportunity to watch people take their first steps, say their first words, or even enjoy their first snack or favorite meal. You can be a large part of the journey that each person served takes, making memories with them along the way. We are a not-for-profit organization founded by survivors and their families, and each person served is a new member of that family. We are looking for extraordinary individuals like you to join us!

Benefits of the Registered Nurse (OTR):
Competitive pay
Referral bonuses
Annual raises & annual bonuses (discretionary)
Company-paid life insurance & long-term disability insurance
Early wage access (through ZayZoon)
Health, vision, & dental insurance
Paid time off (PTO) + Sick Leave
401(k) match
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

An excellent candidate for this OTR or COTA position meets the following criteria:

Is willing to be a daily champion for our persons served
Is team-oriented, a lifelong learner, and an excellent communicator in all formats: in-person, phone, email, etc.
Is a positive and compassionate person Is a servant leader who puts others before her/himself, treating all with dignity & respect
Has some personal or professional experience with individuals with disabilities or special needs
Is comfortable working with computers and electronic records
Has experience with areas of independent living/daily living skills, sensory motor, cognitive and psychosocial skills
Is an excellent educator and passionate about providing encouragement

Qualified applicants must have:

An Iowa Occupational Therapist (OTR) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license
Ability to maintain CPR certification

On With Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we make all employment-related decisions based on your competencies, talents, and professional potential.

Work Location: In person

In Summary: PRN Occupational Therapist (OTR) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position assists with filling in periodic scheduling gaps due to high patient volumes or employee leaves . Available hours are typically between 8a-6p, with occasional slight variations to meet unique scheduling needs .

En Español: Este puesto de Terapista Ocupacional (OTR) o Asistente Certificado en Terapia Ocupativa (COTA, por sus siglas en inglés) ayuda a llenar las lagunas periódicas en la programación debido al alto volumen de pacientes o licencias de empleados. Los horarios disponibles son típicamente entre 8a y 6p, con pequeñas variaciones ocasionales para satisfacer necesidades únicas de planificación.

Este puesto es elegible para un ajuste anual del costo de vida; el empleado contratado también puede participar en nuestro plan 401k y tiene acceso a nuestro programa de asistencia al empleado.

¿Qué hacen los Terapeutas Ocupacionales (OTR) o Asistentes Certificados en Terapia Ocupacional (COTA)?
El OT o COTA ofrece servicios profesionales de terapia ocupacional a las personas con lesiones cerebrales, la lesión de médula espinal y otras afecciones neurológicas.
habilidades de vida independiente/vida diaria
motor sensorial
habilidades cognitivas y psicosociales
desarrollo personal y social

Un candidato excelente para este puesto OTR o COTA cumple los siguientes criterios:

Está dispuesto a ser un campeón diario para las personas que sirven
Es orientado al equipo, aprende durante toda la vida y es un excelente comunicador en todos los formatos: en persona, por teléfono, correo electrónico, etc.
Es una persona positiva y compasiva es un líder sirviente que pone a los demás por encima de sí mismo, tratando a todos con dignidad y respeto
Tiene alguna experiencia personal o profesional con personas con discapacidades o necesidades especiales
Es cómodo trabajar con computadoras y registros electrónicos
Tiene experiencia en áreas de vida independiente/habilidades diarias, habilidades sensoriales motoras, cognitivas y psicosociales
Es un excelente educador y apasionado de proporcionar aliento

Los solicitantes cualificados deberán tener:

Licencia de Terapista Ocupacional (OTR) o Asistente Certificado en Terapia O ocupacional (COTA, por sus siglas en inglés)
Capacidad para mantener la certificación de RCP

En With Life es un Empleador de Igualdad de Oportunidades; tomamos todas las decisiones relacionadas con el empleo en función de sus competencias, talentos y potencial profesional.