Occupational Therapy Assistant (ota) - Inpatient

Advocate Aurora Health

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US
Base: $25.30 - $37.95 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Patient evaluation and assessment
Activities of daily living training
Manual lifting up to 50 lbs
** Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for its inpatient rehabilitation department in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role involves assisting occupational therapists in evaluating and implementing treatment plans for patients, with a focus on improving daily living activities. Applicants must have an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance and a Wisconsin OTA license. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves assisting the Occupational Therapist in evaluating patients' physical, perceptual, cognitive, social, and vocational abilities across various hospital departments including surgical, medical, neuro, and ICU.
  • The position requires implementing individual treatment plans to re-train compensatory techniques for residual disabilities while ensuring proper documentation and adherence to insurance guidelines.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including competitive compensation, health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs.

Matching Summary

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** Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for its inpatient rehabilitation department in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role involves assisting occupational therapists in evaluating and implementing treatment plans for patients, with a focus on improving daily living activities. Applicants must have an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance and a Wisconsin OTA license. **

Salary

Base: $25.30 - $37.95 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, Medical/Dental/Vision, Retirement match, Educational Assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patient evaluation and assessment
  • Activities of daily living training
  • Manual lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Discharge planning and home programs

Nice-to-have

  • Continuing education participation
  • New staff orientation skills
  • Performance improvement involvement
  • Caseload management abilities

Key Requirements

  • Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assist
  • Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Assistant license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Valid driver's license
  • No prior experience required

Work Rights

Not specified

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