Occupational Therapy Assistant — Elevate Mobility

TEEMA Solutions Group; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Solutions Group is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA) to support the Occupational Therapist in delivering individualized treatment plans across clinical settings. You will implement plans, monitor progress, and help patients improve mobility and daily living skills.

Collaborate with the healthcare team, educate patients and caregivers, and maintain precise documentation while ensuring a safe environment and adherence to infection prevention standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current OTA/COTA license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification preferred or required per facility policy.
• Recent experience in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient, SNF, LTC, home health, or pediatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, coordination, balance, and independence with daily living activities.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate treatment outcomes to the Occupational Therapist.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic exercises, adaptive techniques, and home programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Ensure a safe treatment environment and comply with infection prevention and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Assist with equipment management and treatment area preparation.

Education

Associate Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

TEEMA Solutions Group is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA) to support the Occupational Therapist in delivering individualized treatment plans across clinical settings. You will implement plans, monitor progress, and help patients improve mobility and daily living skills.

Collaborate with the healthcare team, educate patients and caregivers, and maintain precise documentation while ensuring a safe environment and adherence to infection prevention standards.