Dynamic Occupational Therapy Assistant - Patient-Centered Care

Carle Health; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide patient-centered care across ages, under OT supervision. You will implement therapy plans, document progress, and collaborate closely with therapists, patients, families, and care teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

The role requires NBCOT-COTA credential, an accredited Associate’s degree, and BLS within 30 days of hire. This is a full‑time position at our Illinois facilities with a strong patient‑centered care focus.

Qualifications

• Must hold NBCOT-COTA credential
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire
• Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant required

Responsibilities

• Follows the therapist's plan of care.
• Adjusts treatment based on patient response after communicating with the evaluating therapist.
• Implements patient-centered, occupation-based intervention plans.
• Documents progress and outcomes clearly in the daily notes.

Education

NBCOT-COTA credential

BLS within 30 days

Associate's Degree: Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide patient-centered care across ages, under OT supervision. You will implement therapy plans, document progress, and collaborate closely with therapists, patients, families, and care teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

The role requires NBCOT-COTA credential, an accredited Associate’s degree, and BLS within 30 days of hire. This is a full‑time position at our Illinois facilities with a strong patient‑centered care focus.