Allied Health - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Prolink; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolink in Park Ridge, IL is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to work under licensed OTs to help patients regain independence in daily activities across pediatric, geriatric, and neurological populations.

You will participate in hands-on therapy, support therapeutic exercises, and help document progress in the patient's records, while maintaining a safe, patient-centered clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Current COTA certification required.
• Experience in rehabilitation settings preferred.
• Knowledge of ADLs and pediatric/geriatric therapy.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapy plans to improve patients' daily living skills.
• Assist with therapeutic exercises and adaptive techniques.
• Maintain a safe therapy environment, adhering to infection control protocols.
• Manage inventory of therapy supplies and adaptive equipment.
• Document patient progress in EHR systems like Epic.
• Educate patients on therapy techniques and equipment.

Skills

COTA certification

Patient care

Epic EHR

Education

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Overview

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) works under occupational therapists to help patients regain functional abilities. COTAs play a hands-on role in restoring independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) across pediatric, geriatric, and neurological populations. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of occupational therapy practices and patient care, with experience in rehabilitation or clinical settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement therapy plans to improve patients’ daily living skills.
• Assist with therapeutic exercises and adaptive techniques.
• Maintain a safe therapy environment, adhering to infection control protocols.
• Manage inventory of therapy supplies and adaptive equipment.
• Document patient progress in EHR systems like Epic.
• Educate patients on therapy techniques and equipment.

This role is crucial for empowering patients to achieve independence through occupational therapy. Individuals dedicated to rehabilitation and patient-centered care are encouraged to pursue this Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant opportunity.