Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Taylor Springs Health Campus; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Student loan repayment

401(k) match

Job summary

Taylor Springs Health Campus is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to support therapeutic interventions under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will contribute to interdisciplinary care and help implement treatment plans.

Must hold a current OTA license or certification; CPR certification is preferred. An OTA degree from an accredited program is required, and 0-1 years of experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, valid OTA license or certification.
• CPR certification preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in occupational therapy settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists.
• Help patients with exercises, ADLs, and adaptive techniques.
• Observe and document patient responses to therapy and progress.
• Provide education to patients and families on home exercises and strategies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Support therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

OTA degree

Job description

Overview

We believe in setting our employees up for success. That’s why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.

Benefits

Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! If you’re looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further.

Qualifications

Job Summary

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.

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.