Local Contract Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $34 per hour

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company; Lanham (MD); Sur place; USD 37 195 - 48 216; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A healthcare staffing company is seeking a local Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a contract role in Lanham, MD. This position focuses on providing outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in various settings including patients' homes or independent living facilities. Responsibilities include implementing therapy programs, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with Occupational Therapists. A valid state license and good communication skills are essential for this role, which offers a flexible schedule and requires adherence to compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license or reliable transportation.
• Participation in required orientation and training programs.
• Experience implementing individualized occupational therapy programs.

Responsabilités

• Contribute to patient care and staffing conferences as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintain documentation for all patients treated.
• Implement individualized treatment plans established by the primary Occupational Therapist.

Connaissances

Good organizational and time management skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Adherence to compliance and legal standards

Formation

Valid license in the state(s) of practice

Description du poste

Overview

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a local contract Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a local contract job in Lanham, Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work-related meetings.
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
• Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals\' needs and rights.
• Implements a patient\'s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist.
• Provides individualized occupational therapy interventions including application of therapeutic techniques in such areas as, but not limited to: SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL / VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS.
• Must have a valid license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• Must have a valid driver\'s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients\' residence.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Complies with applicable legal requirements, standards, policies and procedures including but not limited to those within the Compliance and Ethics Program, Standard/Code of Conduct, Federal False Claims Act and HIPAA.
• Participates in required orientation and training programs.

Qualifications

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 04/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

POSITION SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapy Assistant will primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population. The in-home setting could be a patient\'s private residence or in a patient\'s room in an independent living facility. The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. This position provides a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.

Talent Burst Job ID #26-07083. Posted job title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant