OTA: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for SNF Care

Recover-Care; Wathena (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Matching

Annual Performance Evaluations

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Electronic Documentation

Employee Appreciation Events

Job summary

Recover-Care is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to assist licensed therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and developing patient care plans in a skilled nursing facility setting. The role supports routine therapeutic activities, documentation, and progress tracking.

The incumbent will help with home programs, adaptive equipment usage, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team to promote patient independence and well-being.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SNF patient needs and care.
• Must demonstrate problem-solving abilities to perform duties.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel as needed for the role.
• Familiarity with adaptive equipment and tooling.

Responsibilities

• Select therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and monitor progress.
• Communicate and collaborate with other health care professionals.
• Instruct patients and families in home programs and use of adaptive equipment.
• Assist with implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently.
• Assess daily living skills and assist with dressing and grooming.
• Maintain and clean therapy equipment and materials.
• Demonstrate therapy techniques and activities.
• Attend care plan meetings to review progress and update plans.

Skills

SNF patient care

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel ability

Adaptive equipment use

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited OT program

Current state OT licensure

Proficiency with standards

Job description

Recover-Care is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to assist licensed therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and developing patient care plans in a skilled nursing facility setting. The role supports routine therapeutic activities, documentation, and progress tracking.

The incumbent will help with home programs, adaptive equipment usage, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team to promote patient independence and well-being.