Occupational Therapy Assistant

Total Care Therapy; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Therapist-owned culture

Mentorship

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative interdisciplinary team

Meaningful work

Job summary

Total Care Therapy is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our growing team in Fairfield, OH. You will work with a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality, patient-centered care that helps residents improve mobility, independence and daily living skills.

This full-time OTA role offers a supportive, therapist-owned culture, mentorship, opportunities for advancement, and a commitment to work-life balance as the organization expands across Ohio.

Qualifications

• Current State Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) license.
• CPR/BLS certification is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience in geriatrics, home health, or assisted living is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled OT treatments under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Implement therapeutic activities to promote independence in ADLs and IADLs.
• Monitor progress and communicate changes to supervising OT.
• Document treatment notes in an EMR system.
• Educate residents and caregivers on safety, energy conservation, and independence.

Skills

Current State OTA License

Empathy

Communication

Education

OTA License

CPR/BLS Certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

OT Assistant Full Time Fairfield, OH, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1261

Salary Range: $36.00 To $40.00 Hourly

Setting: Assisted Living and Independent Living Communities Available Locations:

Compensation: Per-Visit (based on years of experience) Scheduling: Monday-Friday - Full-Time (Weekends available but not required)

Lead. Inspire. Make a Difference.

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact every day? Join Total Care Therapy (TCT), a therapist-owned and operated company that puts clinicians first.

As we continue expanding our services throughout SouthwestOhio, we're looking for compassionate clinicians who are excited to grow with us. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a rapidly growing organization while helping older adults improve their independence and quality of life.

Why Join Total Care Therapy? At TCT, we understand what therapists need to succeed because we're therapist-owned and therapist-led. We foster a culture that values clinical excellence, work-life balance, collaboration, and professional growth.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Therapist-owned and therapist-focused culture
• Supportive leadership and mentorship
• Opportunities for career advancement as we continue to expand throughoutOhio
• Collaborative interdisciplinary team
• Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of older adults

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) to join our growing team. In this role, you will work alongside a licensed

Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality, patient-centered care that helps residents improve mobility, increase strength, restore function, and maintain

their independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled occupational therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist and according to the established plan of care.
• Implement therapeutic activities and interventions that promote independence with activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), upper extremity function, coordination, strength, balance, and cognitive skills.
• Assist residents in improving functional performance, safety, and independence through individualized treatment approaches.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes in condition to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Accurately complete documentation and treatment notes using an electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Educate residents and caregivers on adaptive equipment, energy conservation techniques, home safety, fall prevention, and strategies to maximize independence.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Maintain a full clinical caseload while providing compassionate, high-quality occupational therapy services.

Qualifications

• Current State Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) License
• Current CPR/BLS Certification
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
• Previous experience in geriatrics, home health, assisted living, or skilled nursing is preferred but not required

About Total Care Therapy Total Care Therapy is a therapist-owned and operated rehabilitation company providing Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy services throughout assisted and independent living communities.

Our mission is to empower individuals to regain independence while creating an environment where clinicians can thrive. We believe in investing in our therapists through strong leadership, ongoing support, flexibility, and opportunities for advancement.

With continued expansion throughout Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana, including our growing presence in Cincinnati, there has never been a better time to join our team.

If you're looking for a company where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Total Care Therapy team!