Position Purpose:
This individual assists the occupational therapists in the preparation of patients for treatment, provides certain occupational therapy procedures to the patient, maintains equipment in a clean and aesthetic manner and is responsible for written/verbal communications between the Rehab department and our customers.
What you will Do:
Assists OT in performing tests, evaluations, and developing treatment plans and techniques to implement.
Treats patients in accordance with established treatment plan, in individual or group setting.
Communicates with patient, family and other multidisciplinary team members and service providers.
Monitors patients’ response to intervention and communicates observations of patients’ response to treatment to OT.
Completes required documentation on patients and maintains other department records, in accordance with departmental and health center policies and procedures.
Promotes efficient utilization of resources/supplies, ensures charges are appropriate based on services provided.
Hours/Schedule:
PRN; as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association Occupational Therapy Assistant Education Program required.
Licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of Iowa required.
Must maintain a good interest in helping others, be flexible, creative, and establish good relationships with patients and staff.
Must be able to communicate ideas and observations clearly.
Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Provider-American Heart Association or Professional Rescuer-American Red Cross) prior to employment or within 30 days of hire and maintains current status.
Must provide proof of Mandatory Reporting for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training prior to employment or within 6 months of hire and maintain current status per State of Iowa guidelines.
Position Highlights and Benefits
Education Assistance offered
Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 16 hours per week or greater
Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials
Generous paid time off program
Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1
Ministry/Facility Information:
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.
With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.
MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.