Compassionate OT Assistant | SNF Rehab & Adaptive Skills

Cedar Healthcare Center; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support licensed occupational therapists in providing treatment plans and routine therapeutic procedures. The OTA may assist in developing plans, executing activities, and documenting patient progress, under state guidelines.

The role involves selecting appropriate therapy activities, training patients and families, and coordinating with a care team to promote client independence and functional skills in a skilled nursing facility

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited occupational therapy program.
• Current state licensure as Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Proficiency with all applicable state, federal, and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Select therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities and record progress.
• Collaborate with other health care professionals involved in care.
• Instruct patients and families in home programs and adaptive equipment use.
• Assess daily living skills and assist patients with dressing and grooming.
• Maintain equipment and materials for patient use.
• Demonstrate therapy techniques and teach coping strategies.
• Attend care plan meetings to update progress and plans.

Skills

SNF care

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Organization

Customer service

Team communication

Travel ability

Adaptive equipment use

Education

Associate degree in OT

State OT Assistant licensure

OT standards knowledge

Job description

Apploi is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support licensed occupational therapists in providing treatment plans and routine therapeutic procedures. The OTA may assist in developing plans, executing activities, and documenting patient progress, under state guidelines.

The role involves selecting appropriate therapy activities, training patients and families, and coordinating with a care team to promote client independence and functional skills in a skilled nursing facility