Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) #C-OTA-8709808

AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing; Bridgewater Township (PA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a 13-week contract position in Garnet Valley, PA. The role involves supporting the Occupational Therapist in patient evaluations and care, while ensuring tailored treatment and rehabilitation support. The OTA will also educate patients on recovery methods and record progress meticulously.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid and active OTA State license.
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in evaluating patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients on assistive devices.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Intervention Skills

Patient Education

Record Keeping

Team Collaboration

Safety Protocols

Education

Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant State license

Job description

Summary:

• Ref #: C-OTA-8709808
• Profession: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Job Type: Contract/Travel
• Location: Garnet Valley, PA
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule:Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, 08:00 AM-04:30 PM
• Rate: Travel: $1,383/35-hours; Local: $1,362/35-hours

Requirements:

• Valid and active Occupational Therapy Assistant State license

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in evaluating patients to identify their physical and functional limitations.
• Collaborate with the Occupational Therapist to develop individualized treatment plans based on patient.
• Carry out interventions and activities to enhance patients' motor skills, mobility, and daily independence.
• Educate patients on the proper use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment to enhance their functional abilities.
• Keep precise and up-to-date patient records, noting progress, treatments, and condition changes.
• Offer patients and families guidance and training for at-home exercises to aid their ongoing recovery.
• Keep in touch with the Occupational Therapist and the healthcare team for coordinated patient care.
• Adhere to safety and infection control protocols, ensuring a safe therapy environment for patients.
• Offer emotional support and encouragement to patients as they work towards achieving their therapeutic goals.
• Other duties assigned by Management.