Occupational Therapy Assistant

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a state-operated hospital in Indiana as an Occupational Therapist Assistant, collaborating with licensed therapists to implement treatment plans and enhance patient outcomes. This full-time role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a mission-driven environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Matching 401K

Sick Days

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana OTA license/COTA certification required.
• Prior experience in a hospital or clinical setting preferred.
• Proficiency in therapy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Implement and adjust OT treatment plans under therapist supervision.
• Lead individual/group therapy sessions and evaluate patient progress.
• Train patients, families, and staff on treatment protocols.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Critical Thinking

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program

Tools

Documentation software

EHR systems

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant - Indiana (#R10122)

Location: Various locations across Indiana, including Evansville Psychiatric Children's Center, Evansville State Hospital, Logansport State Hospital, Madison State Hospital, Richmond State Hospital, and the Indianapolis Neurodiagnostic Institute.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hourly Rate: $38.00

Position Overview

Join our team at a state-operated hospital in Indiana as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA). You will collaborate with licensed occupational therapists to implement personalized treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and provide education to patients and staff. This role offers the opportunity to lead therapeutic activities, mentor non-professional staff, and contribute to a mission-driven environment focused on improving patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and adjust OT treatment plans under therapist supervision.
• Lead individual/group therapy sessions and evaluate patient progress.
• Train patients, families, and staff on treatment protocols.
• Oversee non-professional staff and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Licensure: Valid Indiana OTA license/COTA certification required.
• Experience: Prior experience in a hospital or clinical setting preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in therapy techniques, documentation software, and EHR systems.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, leadership, teamwork, and critical thinking.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation:
• Earn $38.00 per hour.

• Comprehensive Benefits:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401K
• Sick Days

• Work Schedule:
• Full-time with flexibility to meet patient and facility needs.

• Professional Growth:
• Gain experience in a collaborative, innovative setting with leadership opportunities.

• Impactful Work:
• Play a key role in enhancing patient independence and quality of life.