Occupational Therapy Assistant — Patient-Centered Rehab & Team Support

Rockport Healthcare Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockport Healthcare Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision of a licensed OTR in a geriatric rehab setting in Los Angeles. You will document progress, support the therapy plan, and collaborate with the care team to ensure quality outcomes.

The role involves education for patients and families, coordination with staff, and maintaining documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy treatment techniques.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to work with all types and levels of patients.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direction of a registered occupational therapist.
• Complete documentation according to established procedures.
• Contribute to professional development of self and others.
• Instruct patients’ families or nursing staff in specified follow through programs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of resources for problem-solving and clinical best practice.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and participate in care conferences.
• Assist with scheduling patient services and administrative tasks.

Skills

OT Techniques

Medical Terminology

Patient Diversity

Communication Skills

Education

AOTA-approved OTA program

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Rockport Healthcare Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision of a licensed OTR in a geriatric rehab setting in Los Angeles. You will document progress, support the therapy plan, and collaborate with the care team to ensure quality outcomes.

The role involves education for patients and families, coordination with staff, and maintaining documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements.