Occupational Therapy Assistant: Empower Patient Independence

HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

Telemedicine

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver patient-centered rehabilitative care under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will implement structured treatment plans and guide patients through therapeutic exercises in inpatient or outpatient settings.

Responsibilities include executing interventions, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and maintaining safety standards in a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Licensure/Certification: Active state license or certification (OTA/COTA) and a clear background.
• Experience: A min of 1 year work exp required.
• Life Support: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and frequently assist, move, or carry patients and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct, age-specific therapeutic treatments and exercises to help patients regain functional independence.
• Execute intervention strategies outlined by the supervising OT, including motor skills training and adaptive device instruction.
• Document patient response and status changes, reporting updates directly to the clinical team.
• Teach patients, families, and caregivers safe home techniques and adaptive daily living strategies.
• Maintain a safe environment and follow organizational infection control and fire safety rules.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in OTA

Job description

HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver patient-centered rehabilitative care under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will implement structured treatment plans and guide patients through therapeutic exercises in inpatient or outpatient settings.

Responsibilities include executing interventions, documenting progress, educating patients and families, and maintaining safety standards in a busy hospital environment.