Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Position : In House Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant – PRN
Are you looking to put your skills and the compassion you have for people to work with an employer that values you and the work you do? If so, Vierra Falls Church is looking for you. If you are motivated, reliable and have a strong work ethic, we invite you to join our amazing in-house Physical Therapy team in providing our residents and patients with compassion and excellent care. We offer extremely generous and competitive pay and benefits and a positive work environment with a team that is committed to growth and providing excellent care.
Overview :
Vierra Communities Health & Rehabilitation is family-owned and operated that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents. This is a very exciting time to be at Vierra Falls Church as we recently completed a major renovation to our beautiful community.
PT Benefits :
- 401(k) immediate enrollment with match
- Referral Bonus Program (up to $1,000)
- Pay is determined by experience
Required Qualifications
Must have a valid license and registrationExperience with long-term care and / or geriatric care is preferredMust pass a criminal background checkPossess strong communication and interpersonal skillsMust have the patience, empathy, and compassion needed to care for elderly patientsAbility to work cooperatively with other healthcare professionalsMajor Duties and Responsibilities
Proved direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.Administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient’s capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.Document and record the patients’ condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.Collaborate with all disciplines to provide bet patient centered treatment and care.Additional Requirements :
Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position; lift, push, pull, carry heavy objects. Stand for long periods of time, walk, bend and stretch.Must be capable of exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally (less then 1 / 3 of the time), and / or 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently (1 / 2 of the time), and or up to 10 pounds of force constantly (2 / 3 or more of time) to move objects, equipment and / or patients.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend or crouch; use hands to manipulate tools, equipment, or controls; reach with hands and arms, balance, lift and perform medium to maximum transfer assists with patients.Required to have visual and hearing acuity sufficient enough to assess patient safety and ability.Work is mostly inside patient rooms or a clinic. This position is classified as a Category I for the purpose of exposure determination under the OSHA regulations regarding the Standard of Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens (29 CFR 1910.1030). Category I is defined as all procedures or job related tasks that involve an inherent risk for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills and / or splashes of blood or body fluids. The use of protective equipment and measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.Vierra Communities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements Vierra complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities
Salary : $1,000
