Occupational Therapy Assistant - Impactful Rehab Team

Ahava Healthcare; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Daily Pay Option

Medical, Dental, Vision

Short/Long-Term Disability

FSA

PTO + Birthday Holiday

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

CEUs and Education Support

Job summary

Ahava Therapy Services is hiring a Full-Time Occupational Therapy Assistant for Franklin Wellness & Rehab, an 83-bed skilled nursing facility. You will deliver occupational therapy per treatment plans, assist with evaluations, and help residents regain independence.

You will work with a collaborative rehab team, maintain precise records, and communicate effectively with families and physicians. A license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.
• Active OTA license or eligibility under state statutes for practice.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Strong observational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments to residents according to the occupational therapist's treatment plans.
• Assist the Occupational Therapist with tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.
• Observe, record, and report conditions, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties.
• Maintain daily treatment records and document progress notes as directed.
• Assist the therapist in consulting with family members, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Assist with the care of the occupational therapy department and equipment.
• Attend and participate in rehabilitation team conferences and other facility meetings.
• Understand reimbursement by various payers and allocate therapy resources efficiently.
• Demonstrate knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination, and third-party reimbursement guidelines.

Skills

OTA program grad

Active OTA license

BLS/CPR cert

Interdisciplinary team

Communication skills

Education

Accredited OTA program

Job description

Ahava Therapy Services is hiring a Full-Time Occupational Therapy Assistant for Franklin Wellness & Rehab, an 83-bed skilled nursing facility. You will deliver occupational therapy per treatment plans, assist with evaluations, and help residents regain independence.

You will work with a collaborative rehab team, maintain precise records, and communicate effectively with families and physicians. A license and CPR certification are required.