Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Synchrony Rehab; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and benefits after 1月

401(k) match

Job summary

Synchrony Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to support therapy plans under supervision. You will assist with ADL training, therapeutic exercises, and progress documentation, helping patients improve independence.

Education: OTA degree from an accredited program; Licensure as OTA; CPR preferred. Experience: 0-1 years. Join a collaborative, patient-centered team in Ohio with orientation and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• OTA degree from an accredited program
• Current valid state OTA licensure or certification (must have)
• CPR certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including exercises and ADL training
• Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques to improve function and independence
• Document patient responses, progress, and report findings to supervising OT
• Provide education to patients and families on home exercises and adaptive techniques
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Support OT in evaluating patient needs and progress
• Other duties as assigned

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 than Synchrony.

Qualifications

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.

Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program

Experience: 0-1 years

Licenses and Certifications

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

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.