OTA

Professional Therapy Solutions; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Therapy and Rehab in Ohio is seeking a full-time COTA for home-based therapy services under OT supervision. The role involves implementing treatment plans and helping patients regain daily living skills in their home setting.

This position emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and education of patients and families on therapeutic techniques, with scheduling autonomy in a home-care context.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Strong knowledge of human physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology.
• Home care experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients and caregivers.
• Ability to adapt care plans to home environments and patient needs.
• Strong problem-solving skills during therapy sessions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Occupational therapists in providing therapy services to patients in their home.
• Implement treatment plans and interventions under supervision of an OT.
• Help patients develop or regain daily living skills in the home setting.
• Monitor and document patient progress during therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and exercises.

Skills

Physiology & anatomy

Medical terminology

Home care experience

Communication skills

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Education

Licensed COTA

Job description

Benchmark Therapy and Rehab, a large therapy practice in Ohio is looking for a full time and consistent PRN COTA to join our practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES:The Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) shall be directly supervised by an OT and Therapy Coordinator.

• Responsibilities:
  - Assist Occupational therapists in providing therapy services to patients in their home.
  - Implement treatment plans and interventions under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
  - Help patients develop or regain daily living skills and functional abilities in their home setting.
  - Monitor and document patient progress during therapy sessions
  - Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  - Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and exercises
• Note: License as an Occupational Therapy Assistant is required for this position.
• Skills:
  - Strong knowledge of human physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology
  - Experience in home care setting is a plus
  - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients , their caregivers and healthcare team members
  - Ability to adapt to different patient needs and modify treatment plans accordingly based on their home environment.
  - Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges that may arise during therapy sessions

Ability to create and manage your own schedule!