PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-COTA

Enhance Rehab; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking rehabilitation team as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, where your skills will directly impact patient recovery and quality of life. In this rewarding role, you will collaborate closely with Occupational Therapists to create and implement individualized treatment plans, ensuring each patient receives the highest standard of care. Your contributions will help patients achieve their functional goals, making a real difference in their rehabilitation journey. If you are passionate about helping others and eager to be part of a dynamic and supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
• Experience in patient care and occupational therapy techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing therapy programs tailored to patients' needs.
• Ensure quality treatment and communicate effectively with the therapy team.

Skills

Occupational Therapy Techniques

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Standard Occupational Therapy Equipment

Education

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Therapy Equipment

Job description

Enhance Rehabilitation is currently seeking qualified occupational therapy assistant candidates to join our dynamic team. As an Enhance Rehabilitation occupational therapy assistant, working under the guidance of an occupational therapist, you will be a part of a growing team. In this role, you’ll assist in treating patients by following an individualized plan of care developed by Occupational Therapists.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure every patient receives quality treatment resulting in excellent functional outcomes.
• With the assistance of Occupational Therapist, develop and implement occupational therapy treatment programs based on each patient's particular needs.
• Assist patients with all phases of Occupational Therapy treatment and techniques.
• Discuss treatment with patients and record patient conditions and responses to treatments in charts after each visit.
• Provide continuous communication with Occupational Therapist, Director of Rehab, and facility staff.
• Operate and apply knowledge of standard occupational therapy equipment.