Occupational Therapy Assistant

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC.; Concord (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC. in Concord, MO is seeking a per diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide compassionate, personalized care across healthcare services.

You will assist an occupational therapist by implementing individualized treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic activities for daily living and independence, and monitor and document patient progress while educating patients and caregivers on recommended techniques and adaptive equipment.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential.
• Ability to document progress and follow OT direction.
• Strong communication and patient-centered care.
• Ability to work in per diem, collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist an occupational therapist by implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Guide patients through therapeutic activities to build skills for daily living and independence.
• Monitor, document, and communicate patient responses and progress.
• Share clinical observations with the care team to support coordinated care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on recommended techniques and adaptive equipment.

Skills

COTA credential

Clinical judgement

Documentation skills

Patient-centered care

Job description

Role:

Per diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant providing compassionate, personalized care across healthcare services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist an occupational therapist by implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Guide patients through therapeutic activities to build skills for daily living and independence.
• Monitor, document, and communicate patient responses and progress.
• Share clinical observations with the care team to support coordinated care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on recommended techniques and adaptive equipment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant credential.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to follow OT direction.
• Clear documentation and communication skills.
• Patient-centered approach, empathy, and professionalism in a collaborative team environment.