Flexible OT Assistant for Home Health & ADLs

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team.

The OTA will work in outpatient patient homes and related settings to help individuals improve their daily living and working skills. Responsibilities include assessments, creating personalized plans, guiding therapeutic exercises, educating patients and families on adaptive techniques, and collaborating with other health professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Qualifications

• Outpatient experience required.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology essential.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Expertise in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) required.
• Proficiency in patient care essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments to determine needs and goals.
• Develop personalized treatment plans to improve daily living abilities.
• Provide therapeutic exercises to enhance motor skills and coordination.
• Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

Outpatient experience

Anatomy and physiology

Medical terminology

ADLs

Patient care

Occupational health

Clinic settings

Home health services

Acute care environments

Job description

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team.

The OTA will work in outpatient patient homes and related settings to help individuals improve their daily living and working skills. Responsibilities include assessments, creating personalized plans, guiding therapeutic exercises, educating patients and families on adaptive techniques, and collaborating with other health professionals to ensure comprehensive care.