Occupational Therapy Assistant — Rewarding Rehab Role

BrightSpring Health Services; Miramar Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to assist in implementing treatment plans aimed at improving patients' mobility and strength. Candidates should have a degree from a certified program and current state certification. Responsibilities include administering therapeutic exercises, maintaining patient records, and supporting rehabilitation efforts. This role requires physical capability to lift and move patients, as well as a strong understanding of evidence-based therapy interventions.

Qualifications

• Degree from a certified occupational therapy assistant training program.
• Current Occupational Therapist Assistant certification in state of practice.
• Knowledge of evidence based therapy interventions.
• Ability to move, lift or transfer patients up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Occupational Therapist in treatment implementation.
• Administer therapeutic exercises to improve patient mobility and strength.
• Maintain accurate patient records and document status changes.
• Train individuals involved in rehabilitation.

Skills

Evidence based therapy interventions

Fine motor skills

Visual acuity

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

Degree from a certified occupational therapy assistant training program

Current Occupational Therapist Assistant certification in state of practice

Current Live CPR Certification

Job description

BrightSpring Health Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to assist in implementing treatment plans aimed at improving patients' mobility and strength. Candidates should have a degree from a certified program and current state certification. Responsibilities include administering therapeutic exercises, maintaining patient records, and supporting rehabilitation efforts. This role requires physical capability to lift and move patients, as well as a strong understanding of evidence-based therapy interventions.