Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant — Impact & Growth

River Terrace Health Campus; Madison (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchrony in Madison, IN seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. The OTA will assist with treatment plans, ADL training, and progress documentation in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in OTA, is licensed or certified as required, and has 0–1 years of experience. CPR certification is preferred to support patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification.
• Current CPR certification, preferred.
• Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Experience: 0–1 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including therapeutic exercises, ADL training, and other interventions.
• Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques to improve function and independence.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients' responses to therapy, progress, and report findings to the supervising OT.
• Provide education and guidance to patients and families on home exercises and adaptive techniques to support continued progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Support OT in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

OT knowledge

Documentation

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

OTA licensure or certification

CPR certification

Job description

Synchrony in Madison, IN seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to provide therapeutic interventions under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. The OTA will assist with treatment plans, ADL training, and progress documentation in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in OTA, is licensed or certified as required, and has 0–1 years of experience. CPR certification is preferred to support patient care and safety.