Occupational Therapist Assistant

LHC Group, Inc.; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver home-based therapy, ensuring patients regain their physical abilities. The role emphasizes building trusted relationships and offers opportunities for career growth and continuing education.

Benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth possibilities

Qualifications

• Current OTA licensure in the state required.
• Current CPR certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients in their homes.
• Follow treatment plan set by supervising OT.
• Observe and report patient's response to treatment.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Current OTA licensure

CPR certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

At Pleasant Valley Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve — it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• The ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Independence and autonomy
• Career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA, OTA) in Home Health is responsible for providing occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability. The Occupational Therapy Assistant performs duties in accordance with policies, procedures, and the established plan of care.

• Responsible for following all state-specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, and for following the treatment plan set only as defined by the supervising OT.
• Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to state laws.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising OT, nurse supervisor, and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in condition. Coordinates care with other healthcare team members as appropriate.
• Instructs patients, family, caregivers, and other healthcare team members in therapy areas within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current OTA licensure in the state
• Current CPR certification
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to reliable transportation

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Pleasant Valley Home Health, part of the LHC Group family of providers, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports patients where and when they need it. Our services include home health, hospice, community-based services, and inpatient care. Our shared purpose is: It's all about helping people.