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Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN

Occupational Therapy Assistant PRNAmberwell Hiawatha - Hiawatha, KS 66434OverviewPosition Type Full Time Job Shift PRN - As Needed, no set Shift Education Level 2 Year Degree Category Rehabilitation Services - PT - OTDescriptionPosition SummaryProvide occupational therapy services under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) to patients of all ages with deficits in sensory motor, cognitive or psychological performance areas: document such therapy appropriately and ensures documentation is countersigned by OTR when needed, contributes to supervision of subordinates including aides, students, participates in departmental duties and projectsQualificationsEducationHigh School or GED2 year/Associate DegreeCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant with current Kansas license or eligibility.Valid driver's license and proof of current insurance.ExperienceNoneSkillsOrganizationalVerbalInterpersonalCustomer RelationsAnalyticalGrammar/SpellingRead/Comprehend written instructionsFollow verbal instructionsComputerAge of Patients ServedNeonate/Infant (birth- 1 year)Child/Ped (1- 11 year)Adolescent (12- 17 years)Adult (18- 64 years)Geriatric (65+ years)Mental and Emotional RequirementsManage stress appropriatelyMake decisions under pressureManage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriatelyHandle multiple prioritiesWork aloneWorking ConditionsExposure to communicable diseasesExposure to blood and/or body fluidsCRT (computer) monitorPhysical RequirementsMedium work- Exert up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. constantlyStand for 1 hour per daySit for 6-7 hours per dayWalk for 1-2 hours per dayPerform repetitive tasks/motionsDistinguish colorsHear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voiceHave good manual dexterityHave good eye/hand/foot coordinationHave clarity of vision: Mid (>20=-