Occupational Therapist Assistance (OTA)

The-Lakes-Home-Care; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team. The role involves working in outpatient clinics and patients' homes to help individuals improve daily living and working skills.

Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, providing therapeutic exercises, and educating patients and families on adaptive techniques. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and support our

Qualifications

• Experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in outpatient or home health settings.
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments to determine needs and goals.
• Develop personalized treatment plans to improve daily living and working skills.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and activities to enhance motor skills and coordination.
• Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Outpatient experience

Anatomy & physiology

Medical terminology

ADLs

Patient care

Occupational health

Clinic settings

Home health

Acute care

Job description

The Lakes Home Care is hiring for an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will work in various settings such as outpatient patient homes to help individuals improve their daily living and working skills.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient assessments to determine individual needs and goals
• Develop personalized treatment plans to improve patients' abilities to perform daily activities
• Provide therapeutic exercises and activities to enhance patients' motor skills and coordination
• Educate patients and their families on adaptive techniques and equipment
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care

Required skills:

• Outpatient experience
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Expertise in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Proficiency in patient care
• Experience in occupational health
• Clinic settings
• Home health services
• Acute care environments

The Lakes Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work hours where you create your own schedule

Join our team of healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the lives of our patients through quality care and compassion.

About The Lakes Home Care Services

At The Lakes Home Care, Inc., we are dedicated to providing high-quality and compassionate care to individuals in the comfort of their homes. We strive to be more than just a home care agency; we aim to be your trusted partner on the journey to a more comfortable and fulfilling life for you and your loved ones.

We offer a comprehensive range of home care services, carefully tailored to meet your unique needs. From basic assistance with daily activities to specialized care, our highly trained team is here to provide the support you need. Discover how we can help you maintain your independence and quality of life.