OTA - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Benchmark Therapy and Rehab; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Therapy and Rehab in Ohio is seeking a dedicated COTA for full-time and PRN home-based therapy. You will work under supervision of an OT and Therapy Coordinator to provide high-quality care in patients' homes.

Responsibilities include implementing plans, helping patients with daily living skills, monitoring progress, and educating families. Licensure is required; home-care experience is a plus and scheduling flexibility is encouraged.

Qualifications

• OTA licensed and in good standing.
• Experience delivering home-based therapy is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of human physiology, anatomy and medical terminology.
• Excellent communication with patients, families and healthcare teams.
• Ability to adapt plans to home environments and solve problems during sessions.

Responsibilities

• Assist OTs in delivering therapy to patients in their homes.
• Implement treatment plans under OT supervision.
• Help patients develop or regain daily living skills in home settings.
• Monitor and document patient progress during therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and exercises.

Skills

Physiology & anatomy

Medical terminology

Home care experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in OTA

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!