Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN (FL)

TMC: Therapy Management Corporation; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities

Mental Wellbeing Support Program

Job summary

TMC: Therapy Management Corporation in Sarasota, Florida, is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. This role involves executing therapy plans under supervision, planning patient activities, monitoring progress, and educating families on therapy practices. Candidates must have a degree from an accredited program and relevant state certification. The job offers flexible scheduling and internal growth opportunities. TMC is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant must have a degree in an accredited program.
• Current state license or certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Execute therapeutic plans designed by occupational therapists.
• Contribute to planning and selection of therapeutic activities.
• Monitor and document patient progress regularly.
• Educate patients and families about therapy practices.

Skills

Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Current license/certification in the state of practice

Job description

Description

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers. We are growing and looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the team.

Department

Quality Care Rehab

Location

Aviva Senior Living

Compensation

$35.00 - $40.00 / hour

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care Execution: Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for executing the therapeutic plans designed to help patients. This includes teaching patients how to use adaptive equipment, guiding them through exercises, and engaging them in activities that are crucial to their recovery and improvement.
• Activity and Program Planning: A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant contributes to the planning and selection of therapeutic activities tailored to the individual needs and interests of each patient. This involves understanding the therapeutic goals set by the occupational therapist and applying creative and practical approaches to meet those objectives.
• Progress Monitoring: Regularly monitoring and documenting the progress of patients is a key responsibility. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant must observe changes in the patient’s performance and behavior, report these observations to the occupational therapist, and adjust the therapy interventions accordingly to ensure continuous improvement.
• Patient and Family Education: Educating patients and their families about the therapy process, the use of adaptive equipment, and home modifications is another important duty. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides clear instructions and support to ensure that therapeutic practices are continued at home, which is vital for the patient’s long‑term recovery and independence.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program

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TMC is an equal opportunity employer.