Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full Time

TMC: Therapy Management Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 41,328 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!

Flexible Scheduling

CEU and State Licensure Reimbursements

13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays

Plus one free Floating Holiday every year!

Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities

Mental Wellbeing Support Program

Health, Dental, and Vision

Retirement benefits (including 401k company match)

Job summary

TMC: Therapy Management Corporation in Salt Lake City is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. This role involves executing therapeutic plans, contributing to activity planning, monitoring patient progress, and educating families. Candidates should have a degree from an accredited program and current state certification. TMC offers competitive compensation of $30.00 - $33.00 per hour and various benefits, including tuition reimbursement, flexible scheduling, and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current license/certification in Utah is required.

Responsibilities

• Execute therapeutic plans designed to help patients under supervision.
• Contribute to the planning of therapeutic activities tailored to patients' needs.
• Regularly monitor and document patients' progress.
• Educate patients and their families about therapy processes.

Skills

Current license/certification in the state of practice

Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long‑term care providers. We are growing and looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the team. We want a COTA who believes in the benefits of occupational therapy and has a passion for what they do. Giving back is at the core of everything we do. TMC is committed to our team members, helping them enhance skills, remain current on regulations, stay up to date on innovative technology, and advance their personal and professional growth. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can see your career grow and be part of something incredible, TMC is the place for you. We take pride in offering growth opportunities as we seek leadership within our current teams. TMC is also committed to a culture of caring, not just for those we serve, but for our own team members.

Department: Quality Care Rehab

Location: Monument Health Taylorsville

Compensation: $30.00 - $33.00 / hour

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care Execution: Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for executing the therapeutic plans designed to help patients. This includes teaching patients how to use adaptive equipment, guiding them through exercises, and engaging them in activities that are crucial to their recovery and improvement.
• Activity and Program Planning: A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant contributes to the planning and selection of therapeutic activities tailored to the individual needs and interests of each patient. This involves understanding the therapeutic goals set by the occupational therapist and applying creative and practical approaches to meet those objectives.
• Progress Monitoring: Regularly monitoring and documenting the progress of patients is a key responsibility. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant must observe changes in the patient's performance and behavior, report these observations to the occupational therapist, and adjust the therapy interventions accordingly to ensure continuous improvement.
• Patient and Family Education: Educating patients and their families about the therapy process, the use of adaptive equipment, and home modifications is another important duty. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides clear instructions and support to ensure that therapeutic practices are continued at home, which is vital for the patient's long‑term recovery and independence.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

• New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!
• Flexible Scheduling.
• CEU and State Licensure Reimbursements.
• 13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays.
• Plus one free Floating Holiday every year!
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program.
• Health, Dental, and Vision.
• Retirement benefits (including 401k company match).