Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full Time - (US-MO-Springfield - 65899)

Minimum Education: None
Jobcode: 47418081
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Job Summary Perform occupational therapy programs under general supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Assist in administering programs involving functional skills. Instruct, motivate and assist residents in learning and improving functional skills. Information about ManorCare Our primary role is to help our patients, residents, and clients gain and maintain as much control and independence in their lives as possible. We emphasize strengths, not limitations. We provide the appropriate setting and level of care that enable individuals to reach their highest functional level. We do so while preserving each person's dignity and sense of well being. Our approach is reinforced through our unique program called "The Circle of Care". Every ManorCare health care center employee receives 11 hours of intensive training in guest relations skills that emphasizes quality care with a personal sense of responsibility. Our Circle of Care training is a fundamental component of a strategy that has made us the preeminent provider of the highest quality health care services in each of the markets we serve. * The leading owner and operator of long-term care centers in the United States * Network of more than 500 long-term care centers, assisted living facilities, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, and home health care & hospice offices * Revenues in excess of $2.8 Billion * Over 61,000 employees worldwide * Benefits start 1st day of the first full month after 30 days of employment * Medical/Dental * Group term life, AD&D, Disability Insurance * Supplemental benefits program * Vision discount plan * Legal Services Plan * Educational Assistance * Credit Union Membership * Retirement 401K Retirement Savings Plan Eligible after 6 months of service For each dollar contributed (up to 6% of pay), ManorCare matches $.50 (up to 3% of pay) Match begins after 12 months of service Call toll free 866-427-2004 for more details!

Experience: Education Current State License and NBCOT certification Physical Demands Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Walking, standing, bending, stooping and sitting for extended periods. Full use of gross and fine motor skills of the upper and lower extremities. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to use insight when utilizing applicable tests and equipment. Travel May accompany a resident to an appointment or home assessment, assist at other centers and/or attend company sponsored meetings. Principal Contacts Residents and other therapy staff as well as the center staff in general.

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