Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Paragon; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join their team. The OTA will work under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic interventions and support patient progress. Candidates should have a degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant and relevant state licensure. This position offers competitive pay, benefits including health and dental, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Student loan repayment

Competitive 401(k) match

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience preferred.
• Must have and maintain current OTA licensure.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in treatment plans and observe patient progress.
• Help patients with exercises and provide education on techniques.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Collaboration

Documentation

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

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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