Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Per Diem

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As a per diem, nonexempt Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will be responsible for administering occupational therapy (OT) modalities of treatment as directed by the Occupational Therapist. You will assist with the restoration of patients functioning to prevent disability following injury or disease; participate in operational aspects of the department; and maintain department performance improvement activities. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Administer treatments and occupational agents as directed by the Staff OT after patient evaluation, observes and evaluates treatment effects and reviews observations with Staff OT
• Provide treatment and rehab services to patients who have experienced injury or disabling disease 
• Assist patients in reaching maximum performance and level of function while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities
• Monitor and document patient treatment and response according to current standards and policies
• Assess patient progress with treatment and request re-assessment from Staff OT as per policy. This includes treatment in all patient populations
• Engage patient and family members in the educational process of designed home exercise programs for therapy that identifies and takes into consideration psychosocial, cultural, and ethical/religious special needs for patient and family members

Location: Hillsdale Hospital, located in Hillsdale, MI, is a 97-bed acute care facility, offering medical-surgical, emergency, behavioral health, obstetrics, surgical, and rehabilitation services.

Schedule:This per diem, nonexempt position will work on an as needed basis. There are no regularly scheduled hours. Weekend availability is a plus.

Rehab Department Hours: Operating hours for the hospital are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, and Saturday, 8:00am-4:00pm. Outpatient hours are Monday-Friday, 7:00am-6:00pm. Software systems utilized include Agile (Outpatient), NetHealth (SNF), and CPSI (Inpatient). 

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications: 

• Associates degree (AS) as an Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Current Michigan OTA license in good standing
• Current National OTA certification 

Preferred Qualification:

• Recent inpatient acute and outpatient treatment experience 
  
  

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $24.00 to $43.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.    

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.