Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Assists in providing rehabilitative services to facilitate the development and treatment of injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. Assist patients in developing, recovering, improving, and maintaining the skills needed for daily living and work.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited therapy program
• Experience: 2-3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Occupational Therapy Assistant state license; CPR certification.
• Excellent verbal & written communication
• Time management
• Critical thinking
• Sound judgment & decision making
• Active listening
• Service orientation
• Social perceptiveness
• Compassionate instruction

Essential Job Duties

• Provides services under the direction of a licensed occupational therapist.
• Follows treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist by teaching techniques, such as the proper method of transferring from a bed into a wheelchair and the best way to stretch and limber muscles.
• Evaluates the living skills and capabilities of physically, developmentally, and emotionally disabled patients.
• Assists in the selection of activities and the development of treatment plans to help patients to function independently.
• Observe, monitor, and record patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior, provide superiors feedback, and recommend changes to their treatment plans.
• Instructs patients and their families on in-home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
• Performs routine tasks, such as helping patients achieve stretches and teaching patients to use specific equipment.
• Uses various tools and equipment, such as special lifts or pulleys, to move patients.
• Documents patient care services according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
• Leads by example and exhibits professionalism at all times.
• Holds themselves accountable and encourage collaboration and flexibility within the department and interdepartmental teamwork for positive outcomes.

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Employee Benefits and Perks

• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off (even for part-time roles)
• Growth and on-site training opportunities
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Access to our wellness and vitality centers
• Employee assistance program
• Referral bonus program