Occupational Therapist Assistant

BrightSpring Health Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation in Columbia, SC, is seeking a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the occupational therapy team. You will assist the OT in implementing treatment plans, help patients regain daily living skills, and participate in community reintegration activities.

The role requires knowledge of neuro-rehabilitation, at least 2 years of clinical experience with traumatic brain injury or related conditions, CPR certification, and a credential as OTA.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• Knowledge of complex neurologic injury and neuro-rehabilitation techniques.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience assisting in the assessment and management of traumatic brain injury or related neurological conditions.
• Current OTA certification and active licensure as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing vocational and educational activities.
• Design and adapt equipment to improve participation in therapy and community activities.
• Conduct community reintegration activities to support occupational therapy needs.
• Provide training to individuals and document results of training.

Skills

CPR certification

Neuro rehabilitation knowledge

Clinical experience in TBI

Assessment and documentation

Education

OTA training program degree

OTA certification current

Job description

Our Company

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation

Overview

Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Occupational Therapist in the implementation of vocational and educational activities designed to restore and reinforce individuals' task performance and promote their overall health and self-sufficiency
• Designing and adapting equipment for working and living environments, including fabricating assistive devices to improve participation in the program and/or community
• Conducting community reintegration activities to assist individuals with their occupational therapy needs during physical activity
• Providing training to individuals and any others involved in their rehabilitation, and documenting results of the training
• Supporting individuals' plan of treatment by documenting and reporting status changes to the rehabilitation specialist, clinical coordinator, attending physician, and other treatment team members as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Degree from a certified occupational therapy assistant training program
• Current Occupational Therapist Assistant certification
• Knowledge of complex neurologic injury and neuro-rehabilitation techniques
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience assisting in the assessment and management of traumatic brain injury or related neurological conditions
• Current CPR certification
• Knowledge of complex neurologic injury and orthopedic rehabilitation techniques

About our Line of Business

Rehab Without Walls, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a revolutionary neurorehabilitation program that moves individuals outside the walls of institutional settings and into their natural home and community environment through a continuum of care. It is designed to significantly help people who have primarily experienced a brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke/CVA through accident or illness regain functional capabilities. By providing care in the home, community, workplace, or school, Rehab Without Walls promotes greater health through the recovery process, all with industry-leading outcomes that dramatically improve functional skills and independence for patients. For more information, please visit www.rehabwithoutwalls.com.

Salary Range

USD $30.00 - $35.00 / Hour