Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Trilogy Health Services; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401(k) company match

Mental health support program

Student loan repayment and tuition

Health, vision, dental & life ins.

First time homebuyers' program

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Trilogy Health Services in Ohio is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to support licensed therapists in delivering interventions, ADL training, and functional activities within an interdisciplinary team.

You will assist with therapeutic exercises, monitor patient progress, document responses, and educate families on home programs. Eligible individuals should have OTA degree and state licensure, with CPR preferred; position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including therapeutic exercises, 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.

Skills

Therapy support

ADL training

Documentation

Education

OTA degree

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

• Current, valid state OTA licensure or certification.
• Current valid CPR certification is 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.

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 starting on the first day of the month following your start date.
• First time homebuyers' program.
• HSA/FSA.
• and so much more.

Location

United States, Ohio—Gahanna, Taylor Springs Health Campus, 748 Taylor Rd, Gahanna, OH.

EEO Statement

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.