Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Trilogy Health Services, LLC; Okemos (MI); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Synchrony is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to support therapy plans under an Occupational Therapist in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting in Michigan. You will help with therapeutic exercises, ADL training, and patient progress while maintaining clear documentation and ongoing communication with the supervising therapist.

You must hold an OTA degree with licensure current in the state and CPR certification preferred; 0–1 years experience is noted.

Qualifikationen

• Education: OTA degree and licensure as required by state.
• Experience: 0–1 years in therapy settings.
• Licenses: Current OTA license and CPR certification preferred.

Aufgaben

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans created by occupational therapists.
• Aid patients with exercises, ADLs, and adaptive techniques.
• Document patient responses, progress, and communicate with supervising therapist.
• Provide education to patients and families on home exercises and progress strategies.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Support therapists in evaluating needs and reporting observations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Therapy interventions

ADL training

Documentation

Patient education

Ausbildung

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Jobbeschreibung

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

Job SummaryThe 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 CertificationsMust have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification Current valid CPR certification, preferred

QualificationsEducation: Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited programExperience: 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.

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