Occupational Therapy Assistant: Impactful Rehab Support

Synchrony Rehab; Ahoskie (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, provides therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatment plans, ADL training, and activities that improve function and independence, while maintaining thorough documentation and collaborating with the care team.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification.
• Current CPR certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including therapeutic exercises, activities of daily living (ADL) training, and other interventions.
• Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques aimed at improving their functional abilities and independence.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide education and guidance to patients and their families on home exercises, adaptive techniques, and strategies to support continued progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Support Occupational Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Documentation skills

Patient interaction

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program

Job description

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, provides therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatment plans, ADL training, and activities that improve function and independence, while maintaining thorough documentation and collaborating with the care team.