Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant: Rewarding Rehab Career

Synchrony Rehab; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Student loan repayment

401(k) match

Job summary

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) at Synchrony Rehab works under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary setting in line with professional standards.

Role emphasizes carrying out treatment plans, ADL training, and collaboration with the care team to support patient progress and independence. Strong emphasis on documentation and patient education. Entry-level candidates welcome with licensure and CPR as preferred credentials.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current OTA licensure or certification.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.

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.

Skills

ADL training

Therapeutic exercises

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

OTA degree

Job description

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) at Synchrony Rehab works under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary setting in line with professional standards.

Role emphasizes carrying out treatment plans, ADL training, and collaboration with the care team to support patient progress and independence. Strong emphasis on documentation and patient education. Entry-level candidates welcome with licensure and CPR as preferred credentials.