Occupational Therapy Assistant

Jobtailor; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our on-site rehabilitative care team in Lake Zurich, IL. You will assist with rehabilitative services and provide one-on-one therapy to residents in a holistic, patient-centered approach.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, utilization of innovative therapies, and ongoing clinical development to enhance patient quality of life within a coordinated care environment.

Qualifications

• Associates of Applied Science Degree in the discipline.
• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license or ability to obtain one prior to starting.
• Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Minimum commitment of 8 hours per month to maintain active employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with rehabilitative services for patients under medical orders on-site as part of a coordinated care team.
• Provide one-on-one therapy services for residents.
• Administer functional treatments with a holistic, patient-centered approach.
• Build relationships with patients to improve quality of life.
• Utilize innovative technologies and therapeutic treatments.
• Pursue clinical interests and develop subject matter expertise.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Proficiency

Education

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Tools

Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Job description

• Assist with rehabilitative services for patients under specific medical orders as part of a coordinated, on-site rehabilitative care team
• Provide one-on-one therapy services for residents
• Administer functional treatments emphasizing a holistic, patient-centered approach to care
• Build relationships with patients and contribute to their quality of life
• Utilize innovative technologies and therapeutic treatments
• Pursue clinical interests and develop subject matter expertise

Requirements

• Associates of applied science degree in area of discipline
• Current occupational therapy assistant license in state of practice, or ability to obtain one prior to starting
• Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills
• Computer proficiency
• Minimum commitment of 8 hours per month to maintain active employment

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing rehabilitative services and one-on-one therapy, focusing on a holistic, patient-centered approach. Holds an Occupational Therapy Assistant license and possesses strong interpersonal and clinical skills to enhance patient quality of life.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Occupational Therapy Assistant License
• Holistic Patient-Centered Care
• One-on-One Therapy Services
• Interpersonal Skills
• Computer Proficiency

Soft Skills

• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Fiscal Skills
• Clinical Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Associates of Applied Science Degree
• Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Industry Keywords

• Rehabilitative Services
• Patient Quality of Life
• Coordinated Care Team

Tools & Technologies

• Innovative Technologies
• Therapeutic Treatments