Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant-COTA

Enhance Rehabilitation; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rehabilitation is seeking dedicated occupational therapy assistants to join their dynamic team. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with occupational therapists to assist in the treatment of patients, ensuring they receive personalized care that leads to excellent functional outcomes. You will be responsible for developing and implementing treatment programs, maintaining communication with the rehabilitation team, and utilizing standard occupational therapy equipment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while growing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Assist in treating patients under the guidance of an occupational therapist.
• Develop and implement treatment programs based on patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality treatment resulting in excellent functional outcomes.
• Discuss treatment with patients and record conditions in charts.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Occupational Therapy Techniques

Education

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Occupational Therapy Equipment

Job description

Enhance Rehabilitation is currently seeking qualified occupational therapy assistant candidates to join our dynamic team. As an Enhance Rehabilitation occupational therapy assistant, working under the guidance of an occupational therapist, you will be a part of a growing team. In this role, you’ll assist in treating patients by following an individualized plan of care developed by Occupational Therapists.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure every patient receives quality treatment resulting in excellent functional outcomes.
• With assistance from the Occupational Therapist, develop and implement occupational therapy treatment programs based on each patient's particular needs.
• Assist patients with all phases of Occupational Therapy treatment and techniques.
• Discuss treatment with patients and record patient conditions and responses to treatments in charts after each visit.
• Provide continuous communication with the Occupational Therapist, Director of Rehab, and facility staff.
• Operate and apply knowledge of standard occupational therapy equipment.