Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Trilogy Health Services; Okemos (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) Company Match

Mental Health Support Program

Student Loan Repayment

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

First time homebuyers' program

HSA/FSA

Job summary

A leading health services provider in Okemos is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. Responsibilities include assisting with treatment plans, documenting patient progress, and collaborating with the healthcare team. Candidates should have a degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant licensure. This position offers competitive salaries, weekly pay, and comprehensive benefits from the first month of employment.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification.
• Experience of 0-1 years as an Occupational Therapy Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists.
• Help patients with exercises and adaptive techniques.
• Observe and document patients' responses to therapy.
• Provide education to patients and families on home exercises.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for comprehensive care.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Documentation and reporting

Home exercise education

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program

Job description

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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

US-MI-Okemos
The Willows at Okemos
4830 Central Park Dr
Okemos
MI

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

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