Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Shelby Crossing Health Campus; Shelby Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, dental, and vision benefits (1

Job summary

Shelby Crossing Health Campus is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of an Occupational Therapist in an interdisciplinary environment. You will assist with ADL training, therapeutic exercises, and supporting patients' progress in collaboration with the therapy team.

Eligibility includes an OTA degree and state licensure or certification, CPR certification preferred; 0-1 years experience acceptable.

Qualifications

• Education in OTA from an accredited program.
• 0–1 years experience in OT field.
• Must have OTA licensure/certification and CPR (preferred).

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.

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program

OTA licensure/certification (state)

CPR certification

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!

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

• 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.