Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Trilogy Health Services, LLC; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 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, and life insurance

First time homebuyers’ program

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Woodmont Health Campus in Muskegon, Michigan is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to support occupational therapists in providing therapy and developing treatment plans. The ideal candidate must have a degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant, valid OTA licensure, and a CPR certification. Benefits include competitive salaries, 401(k) match, and health insurance starting on the first day of the month following the start date. Join our team in a supportive, diverse work environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists.
• Help patients with exercises and activities aimed at improving their functional abilities.
• Document patient responses to therapy and report findings to supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide education and guidance to patients and their families on home exercises.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Position Overview

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

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

Harbor Terrace Senior Living
60 Veridian Drive
Muskegon, MI 49407

Benefits

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.