Lab Assistant - OTA (part-time)

Bryant & Stratton College; Parma (OH); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Bryant & Stratton College in Parma, OH invites applications for a Part-time Weekend Lab Instruction Lab Assistant in the Occupational Therapy program. The role involves one-time-per-month weekend lab instruction, student advising, and assessment support under supervision of OTA faculty or Program Director.

The Lab Assistant will supervise student lab activities, maintain labs, and ensure supplies and linens are ready for teaching and student work, with hours per term dependent on course schedule.

Qualifications

• OTA or OTR initial certification required.
• Must be a member of AOTA.
• Must hold a WI OTA license.
• Minimum of 1 year of practice in field.
• Working knowledge of computer software (e-mail, Microsoft Word).
• Strong teamwork and student engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in lab instruction, assessments, and competencies.
• Maintain OTA labs for instructional purposes.
• Maintain cleanliness and order within lab classrooms.
• Ensure supplies and equipment are available for teaching and student labs.

Skills

Team worker

Computer skills

Professional development

Student engagement

Education

OTA/OTR certification

AOTA member

OTA license (WI)

Job description

POSITION: Occupational Therapy Lab Assistant

STATUS: Part-time Weekend Lab Instruction - January 1, 2026 start date

HOURS: As indicated per term dependent on courses. Hours include on-campus weekend hours. Other hours as required by Program Director.

REPORTS TO: Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Director

LOCATION: Parma, OH

Unlock your full potential in the innovative and inclusive environment at Bryant & Stratton College. We are a career-focused, private, nonprofit college built differently to serve the needs of students, alumni, associates, employers, and the community. Founded in 1854, Bryant & Stratton College offers real-world education leading to bachelor's, associate's, and professional certificates after completion in the fields of healthcare, technology, legal, business, graphic design, and more.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Lab Assistant performs one time per month, weekend lab instruction, student advising, and assistance with assessment and scholarship under the direct supervision of the OTA faculty or OTA Program Director.

The Lab Assistant will facilitate weekend lab instruction acting in a supervisory role for students according to the OTA Program Faculty’s developed curriculum.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in lab instruction, assessments, and competencies according to the OTA Program’s developed curriculum.
• Maintain OTA labs for instructional purposes.
• Maintain cleanliness and order within the lab classrooms.
• Ensure supplies, equipment and linen are available for teaching and student lab work.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Initial certification as an OTA or OTR
• Must be a member of AOTA
• Must hold a WI OTA license
• Minimum of 1 year of practice in field required
• Working knowledge of computer software (e-mail, Microsoft Word, etc)
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and student success
• Strong team player
• Ability to make meaningful and positive connections with diverse student body in a career college environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sex/gender (including pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity (including transgender status) or any other legally protected characteristics (“protected characteristics”). Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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