Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant

AMERICAN HOME HEALTH AGENCY; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN HOME HEALTH AGENCY is looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist Assistant in Key West, Florida. The role involves working closely with Occupational Therapists to provide therapy and support, following plans of care and assisting patients with adaptive devices.

Ideal candidates should have strong time management skills, excellent customer service abilities, and knowledge of occupational therapy guidelines. If you are ready to contribute positively to patient care and maintain therapy spaces, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for occupational therapy assistance required.
• Strong customer service skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to make decisions in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow all plans of care for patients.
• Assist patients with adaptive equipment and modified exercises.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Time management skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Education

Current state licensing for occupational therapy assistance

Job description

SEEKING PRN IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES: Miami-Dade, Broward

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will be working closely with Occupational Therapists as well as other Assistants to provide therapy and support for our patients. You will be following plans of care previously laid out, assisting your patients with using adaptive devices, and maintaining all therapy spaces and equipment. The ideal candidate has strong time management skills, excellent customer service skills, and knowledge of occupational therapy guidelines and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and follow all plans of care and therapy laid out for patients under your care
• Assist patients with using adaptive equipment, modified exercises, and learning basic life skills
• Assist Occupational Therapists with exercises, communication, and care coordination as needed
• Assemble, clean, and maintain equipment and materials used on a daily basis
• Attend care plans for patients, provide input, and go over patient care plans
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and changes

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for occupational therapy assistance required
• Previous experience working in an occupational therapy setting desired
• Strong customer service skills and a positive attitude
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management skills
• The ability to make decisions in a high-stress environment