Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant

AMERICAN HOME HEALTH AGENCY; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

AMERICAN HOME HEALTH AGENCY is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team on a PRN basis in the Orlando area. You will work closely with Occupational Therapists and other Assistants to provide therapy and support for our patients, following established plans of care and using adaptive devices.

The ideal candidate has licensing in Florida, strong time management, excellent customer service, and familiarity with Microsoft Office.

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.
• Ability to make decisions in a high-stress environment.

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.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making under pressure

Education

State licensure (OT assistant)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SEEKING PRN IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES: ORANGE, SEMINOLE, OSCEOLA

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