Occupational Therapy Assistant - CDD

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa’s Center for Disabilities & Development seeks a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant for day shift on campus. The TA will implement prescribed rehabilitation plans under supervision, teach patients exercises, and monitor safety and progress during sessions.

Required qualifications include an OTA associate degree and Iowa licensure, with preferred COTA certification. The role is classified under SEIU with pay level 4 and on-campus work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Must hold licensure as OTA per Iowa Board.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Independently carry out prescribed rehabilitation treatments under supervision.
• Execute treatments designed to improve patients’ functional capabilities.
• Instruct patients in exercise performance and training techniques.
• Ensure patient safety at all times during rehabilitation sessions.
• Continuously evaluate patient responses and modify treatment as needed, including equipment adjustments to promote safety and effectiveness.

Skills

COTA certification

Excellent communication

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

OTA licensure (Iowa Board)

COTA certification (preferred)

Job description

The Center for Disabilities & Development is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant on day shift. This position will perform prescribed rehabilitation treatments according to established guidelines and protocols. Assignments are coordinated by a Occupational Therapist. Treatment is carried out independently by the Rehabilitation Assistant under general supervision.

• Independently carry out treatment plans in consultation with an occupational therapist:
• Execute treatments designed to improve patients’ functional capabilities.
• Instruct patients in exercise performance and training techniques.
• Assure patient safety at all times during rehabilitation sessions.
• Continuously evaluate the patients’ response to rehabilitation interventions and independently implement treatment modifications as needed which may also include necessary adjustments to equipment to promote maximum safety, comfort and effectiveness.

SEIU Pay Plan | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa

Required Qualifications

• An Associate Arts degree from an accredited Occupational or Physical Therapy Assistant program or completion of the requirements leading to educational exemption as defined by the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners is required.
• Licensure in accord with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Desired Qualification

• Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Rehabilitation Assistant
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Michael Lynch
• Contact Email: [e-mail]