Occupational Therapy Assistant - Flexible Home Health

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; North Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team. The OTA will work in outpatient settings and patients' homes to help individuals improve daily living and work skills.

You will assess patients, develop personalized treatment plans, provide therapeutic exercises, and educate patients and families on adaptive techniques. Collaboration with healthcare professionals ensures comprehensive care, with flexible scheduling and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Outpatient experience required.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology is essential.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is preferred.
• Experience with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Strong patient care skills and empathy.
• Background in occupational health is a plus.
• Experience in clinic settings and home health services.
• Exposure to acute care environments is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments to determine needs and goals.
• Develop personalized treatment plans to improve daily activities.
• Provide therapeutic exercises to enhance motor skills and coordination.
• Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for comprehensive care.

Skills

Outpatient experience

Anatomy and physiology

Medical terminology

ADLs

Patient care

Occupational health

Clinic settings

Home health services

Acute care environments

Job description

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team. The OTA will work in outpatient settings and patients' homes to help individuals improve daily living and work skills.

You will assess patients, develop personalized treatment plans, provide therapeutic exercises, and educate patients and families on adaptive techniques. Collaboration with healthcare professionals ensures comprehensive care, with flexible scheduling and a supportive team environment.