Occupational Therapy Assistant — Meaningful Rehab Impact

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient-centered rehabilitation under the supervision of an OT. You will contribute to evidence-based practice, participate in interdisciplinary teams, and help patients regain independence through therapeutic activities.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to standards, and ongoing professional development within a values-based culture that honors dignity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensure with the State of Michigan.
• The physical ability to lift, position, and transport patients with physical impairments.
• Possesses and maintains BLS certification to meet department/program protocol.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license.
• Provides patient care.
• Assist occupational therapist in treatment planning and conducting evaluation procedures.
• Assists the occupational therapist in treating patients utilizing modalities, therapeutic exercise, assistive devices, and functional activities.
• Provides verbal and/or written feedback to primary occupational therapist regarding all significant observations or changes in the patient's condition, reaction, and response to treatment.
• Aids the occupational therapist in estimating equipment and supply needs and may participate in the acquisition and inventory of these items.
• Provides coverage of patients in the absence of other staff.
• Document's patient's status and progress according to established internal/external time standards and adherence to reimbursement guidelines.
• Participates in educational program for patients, patient's families, and health care workers regarding treatment procedures.

Skills

Occupational Therapy Assistant program

National Board Certification

Michigan licensure

BLS Certification

Physical ability to lift/move patients

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient-centered rehabilitation under the supervision of an OT. You will contribute to evidence-based practice, participate in interdisciplinary teams, and help patients regain independence through therapeutic activities.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to standards, and ongoing professional development within a values-based culture that honors dignity and teamwork.