In-Home OT Assistant for Geriatric & Pediatric Care

Adventist Health; Ridgefield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide prescribed therapy under supervision. The role supports geriatric, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric, and neonatal rehab, and assists with environment assessments and care plan development.

The position involves coordinating schedules, assisting with wheelchairs and devices, and maintaining equipment, with emphasis on patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's/technical degree in occupational therapy or equivalent experience preferred.
• Two years' rehabilitative services experience or equivalent education preferred.
• One year's occupational therapy experience preferred.
• OT assistant licensure required in applicable states of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Valid driver's license and must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plans and selects modalities to meet established goals.
• Transports, transfers, and assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, beds, tilt tables and stretchers while ensuring safety and minimizing undue patient discomfort.
• Assists patients with dressing and toileting needs.
• Assists with inpatient and outpatient schedules, as needed.
• Arranges patient schedules for scheduled visit arrivals and reports any delays.
• Assists in the maintenance, care and cleaning of equipment and supplies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required

Associate's/Technical Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Two years' rehabilitative services experience or equivalent education: Preferred

One year's occupational therapy experience: Preferred

Job description

Adventist Health is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide prescribed therapy under supervision. The role supports geriatric, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric, and neonatal rehab, and assists with environment assessments and care plan development.

The position involves coordinating schedules, assisting with wheelchairs and devices, and maintaining equipment, with emphasis on patient safety and quality care.