Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Woodmont Health Campus; Bedford (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Mental health support program

Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement

Health, vision, dental & life insurance

HSA/FSA

First-time homebuyer’s program

Job summary

Woodmont Health Campus in Bedford, Indiana is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of occupational therapists. Key responsibilities include assisting treatment plans, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team for patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant, a state license, and 0-1 years of experience. This position offers competitive salaries, 401(k) matching, mental health support, and extensive benefits starting on the first day.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state OTA licensure or certification required.
• 0–1 years of experience preferred.
• Current valid CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists.
• Help patients improve their functional abilities and independence.
• Document patients’ responses to therapy and report to supervising therapist.
• Provide education to patients and families on home exercises.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
• Support occupational therapists in evaluating patient needs.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Documentation skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification.
• Current valid CPR certification, preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Experience: 0–1 years.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including therapeutic exercises, activities of daily living (ADL) training, and other interventions.
• Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques aimed at improving their functional abilities and independence.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide education and guidance to patients and their families on home exercises, adaptive techniques, and strategies to support continued progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Support Occupational Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Other duties as assigned.

Location

US – IN – Bedford; StoneBridge Health Campus, 3100 Shawnee Drive S., Bedford, IN.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and weekly pay.
• 401(k) company match.
• Mental health support program.
• Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement.
• Health, vision, dental & life insurance start on the first day of the month following your start date.
• First‑time homebuyer’s program.
• HSA/FSA.
• And so much more.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to helping you reach your full potential and to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment.