Occupational Therapist Assistant - FT

Premier Health Partners; Kentucky; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Health Partners is looking for an Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide therapy services to patients at home. You will implement care plans, ensure documentation is accurate, and communicate with the healthcare team.

This position requires a valid Ohio licensure and offers an opportunity for those starting their career, with preferred experience in acute care settings. The role demands adaptability and the ability to lift patients if necessary.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio Occupational Therapist Assistant License required.
• CPR Certification is required.
• At least one year clinical experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to patients in their homes.
• Document care and communicate with the healthcare team.
• Assist in implementing the plan of care as directed.

Skills

Adaptability to different environments

Physical capability (lifting up to 50 lbs)

Self-directed work ethic

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job description

General Summary / Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist Assistant directly provides occupational therapy services to patients in their homes or residences. The assistant provides care as ordered by the physician, delegated by the Occupational Therapist, follows policies, procedures, and conditions of participation, and regularly reports to the supervisor. The assistant facilitates implementation of the plan of care as outlined by the physician and supervised by the Occupational Therapist. The assistant is responsible for documentation related to the care and communicates pertinent information regarding the patient to all appropriate health care team members.

Location

Greater Cincinnati, Ohio

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree (Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapist Assistant)
• Licensure / Certification: Current Ohio Occupational Therapist Assistant License, CPR Certification

Experience

• Minimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience
• Preferred Experience: One year clinical experience in an acute care setting preferred. Clinical experience should have occurred within the last three years unless currently employed in home care.

Knowledge / Skills

• Must be capable of repeated standing, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to creatively adapt multiple environments and situations for successful outcomes.
• Must be self‑directed and able to work with little supervision.

Computer Skills

Preferred

Home Care Experience

Preferred