Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

AdventHealth; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join their dedicated team in Ocala, Florida. This full-time position offers a supportive environment focused on enhancing functional progress for diverse patient populations. You'll collaborate on innovative treatment solutions while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Benefits

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• FL license and AHA BLS required.
• Experience in diverse patient populations including Orthopedic, Neurological, Pediatric.

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy according to AOTA standards.
• Develop and implement patient treatment programs.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Skills

Patient treatment programs

Occupational therapy standards

Delegation of tasks

Professional development

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

**All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:**

· Paid Days Off from Day One

· Student Loan Repayment Program

· Career Development

· Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

· Mental Health Resources and Support

**Our promise to you:**

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better.

**Schedule:** Full Time

**Shift** :Days

**Location:** 1500 SW 1 st Ave Ocala, Florida 34471

**The community you’ll be caring for:** AdventHealth Ocala

· Horse Capital of the World – Home to the World Equestrian Center

· Affordable cost of living

· Destination for outdoor enthusiast (golf, kayaking, horseback riding, nature trails)

· Vibrant downtown area with award winning establishments

· Family friendly with many parks and recreations

· Driving distance to Gainesville, St. Augustine, Orlando, Tampa, Sarasota

· Part of the community since 1898, providing healthcare to Marion County for over 120 years

· AdventHealth Hospital Ocala offers a broad spectrum of services, with programs that are nationally recognized and accredited

· Spectacular springs throughout the county

**The role you’ll contribute:**

The Occupational Therapist Assistant performs occupational therapy intervention according to accepted standards of practice of AOTA in order to facilitate functional progress and discharge planning of the medically complex patient population. Reports to Manager.

**The value you’ll bring to the team:**

· Demonstrates innovation, skill and efficiency in developing and implementing patient treatment programs far a varied caseload including: Orthopedic, Neurological, Pediatric and other patient populations.

· Effectively performs treatment program accordance with protocols, plan of care, and patient's level of function.

· Demonstrates delegation of tasks appropriately according to state, federal and JACHO regulations.

· Actively participates in professional development and leadership activities to facilitate individual as well as departmental growth and development.

· Consistently maintains departmental expected productivity.

Qualifications

**The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:**

· Associate Degree

· FL license, AHA BLS

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

**Category:** Rehabilitation Services

**Organization:** AdventHealth Ocala

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Shift:** 1 - Day

**Req ID:** 25000182

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.