School Occupational Therapist

　　Assistant – Knox, IN

　　$30 Hourly

　　Hours: 35,

　　Location: Knox, IN Start Date: August 2024

　　$30 Hourly

　　24/25 school year, floating between schools

　　Requirements: IN OTA License

　　Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services including treatment, implementation, standardized assessment data, and documentation to students in the school setting.

　　For further information and/or to apply to this opportunity, please contact Rhiannon Johnson at (813)-261-7188 or email your resume to riajohnso @maxstaffing.com

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Provides interventions to impact the student’s functional ability (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.) as delegated by the Occupational Therapist

　　Understands the role of therapy in the context of the student's age, total needs perspective and ability

　　Participates in the ongoing assessment of the student’s school environment for equipment needs, and the reduction of barriers or safety risks

　　Teaches new skills or retrains students in once-familiar daily activities that have become difficult or unfamiliar due to illness or injury

　　Consistently reports to the Occupational Therapist regarding student progress/status to promote modification of treatment program and any adverse outcomes

　　Maintains timely, legible, and efficient student documentation

　　Notes remain concise, pertinent and meet district and practice documentation standards

　　Instructs student in the use of various types of adaptive equipment and/or splints to improve function

　　Ensures equipment is in good working order

　　May utilize physical agents, including but not limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage

　　Identifies student needs for other supportive services and notifies the Occupational Therapist

　　Reports student’s reactions(s) to treatment or change(s) in condition to the physician and Occupational Therapist

　　Prepares and submits clinical progress-summaries based on the progress toward goals and responses to treatment

　　Participates in case conferences, meetings and in-service education

　　Complies with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding professional standards and practice standards

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Current certification or licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice

　　Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant required

　　One (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred

　　Pediatric experience preferred

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency program when applicable

　　Current CPR if applicable

　　TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　General Comments: (721710)

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.