Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Synchrony Rehab; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month

Student loan repayment

Competitive 401(k) match

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab in Lima, Ohio is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. The OTA will assist in developing and executing treatment plans, document patient progress, and educate patients and families on adaptive techniques.

The role requires a degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program and valid state licensure. Opportunities for health benefits and a supportive work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification.
• Current valid CPR certification, preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists.
• Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Activities of daily living (ADL) training

Patient documentation

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program

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
• Competitive 401(k) match

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.