Occupational Therapy Assistant

Azza HealthCare Agency; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in New York is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support our rehabilitation team. Under the supervision of a licensed therapist, you will help implement treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic activities, and document sessions to track progress.

You will educate patients and families on home programs, maintain a safe, supportive environment, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.

Qualifications

• OTA certification or training completed.
• Strong patient interaction and compassionate approach.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and guide activities.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Team-oriented with clear communication with patients and clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Assist under supervision to implement treatment plans.
• Guide patients through therapeutic activities and daily function skills.
• Monitor progress and communicate changes to supervising therapist.
• Document therapy sessions and clinical observations accurately.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team for coordinated care.
• Educate patients and families on home programs and safe activities.
• Maintain a safe, motivating environment that supports patient engagement.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Strong communication

Observation skills

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Education

OTA certification

Job description

Assist in delivering high-quality, patient-centered rehabilitation services in a compassionate setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to help implement treatment plans.
• Guide patients through therapeutic activities and support skill-building for daily function.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the supervising therapist.
• Accurately document therapy sessions and related clinical observations.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support coordinated care.
• Educate patients and families on home programs and safe use of recommended activities.
• Help maintain a safe, motivating environment that supports patient engagement.

Qualifications & Skills

• Training/certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Strong patient interaction skills and a compassionate, respectful approach.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and provide effective guidance during activities.
• Good observational skills, attention to detail, and accurate documentation practices.
• Team-oriented mindset and clear communication with patients, families, and clinicians.