OT Assistant - Hands-On Rehab Support (Temp)

PACS Group; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Occupational Therapist with resident care in a temporary, full-time role running through January 2027. The OT team focuses on compliant, quality rehab services in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Responsibilities include treating residents under supervision, ensuring precise documentation, maintaining safety, and participating in care conferences.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Proficient with Net Health and PointClickCare.
• Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicates with the supervising occupational therapist for updates to physicians and staff.
• Educate residents and families on treatment goals, home exercise programs, and safety strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate necessary durable medical equipment to support independence in ADLs.

Skills

Interdisciplinary communication

Documentation accuracy

Resident care support

Education

Associate degree in COTA program

Tools

Net Health

PointClickCare

Job description

PACS is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Occupational Therapist with resident care in a temporary, full-time role running through January 2027. The OT team focuses on compliant, quality rehab services in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Responsibilities include treating residents under supervision, ensuring precise documentation, maintaining safety, and participating in care conferences.