Occupational Therapy Assistant

jobr.pro; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!

Flexible Scheduling.

CEU and State Licensure Reimbursements.

13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays.

Plus one free Floating Holiday every year!

Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.

Mental Wellbeing Support Program.

Health, Dental, and Vision.

Retirement benefits (including 401k company match).

Job summary

TMC in Nicholasville is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to implement patient care plans and assist individuals in their therapeutic recovery. Responsibilities include executing therapy under supervision, planning individual activities, and educating patients and families on therapeutic processes. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, flexible scheduling, and health, dental, and vision insurance. This is a full-time role with significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant must assist patients in developing, recovering, and maintaining skills for daily living and work.

Responsibilities

• Execute therapeutic plans under supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Contribute to planning individualized therapeutic activities for patients.
• Regularly monitor and document patient progress.
• Educate patients and families about therapy processes and equipment.

Skills

Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Current license/certification in the state of practice

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Department: Quality Care Rehab

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Nicholasville Nursing & Rehabilitation

Compensation: $30.00 - $35.00 / hour

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required to assist patients in developing, recovering, improving, and maintaining the skills needed for daily living and work.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care Execution: Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for executing the therapeutic plans designed to help patients. This includes teaching patients how to use adaptive equipment, guiding them through exercises, and engaging them in activities that are crucial to their recovery and improvement.
• Activity and Program Planning: A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant contributes to the planning and selection of therapeutic activities tailored to the individual needs and interests of each patient. This involves understanding the therapeutic goals set by the occupational therapist and applying creative and practical approaches to meet those objectives.
• Progress Monitoring: Regularly monitoring and documenting the progress of patients is a key responsibility. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant must observe changes in the patient's performance and behavior, report these observations to the occupational therapist, and adjust the therapy interventions accordingly to ensure continuous improvement.
• Patient and Family Education: Educating patients and their families about the therapy process, the use of adaptive equipment, and home modifications is another important duty. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides clear instructions and support to ensure that therapeutic practices are continued at home, which is vital for the patient's long-term recovery and independence.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

• New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!
• Flexible Scheduling.
• CEU and State Licensure Reimbursements.
• 13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays.
• Plus one free Floating Holiday every year!
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program.
• Health, Dental, and Vision.
• Retirement benefits (including 401k company match).