Travel OTA: Help Patients Thrive

TotalMed; Savoy (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Referral bonus

Job summary

TotalMed Allied in Savoy, IL seeks a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) for a 13-week assignment. You will work under an OT to help patients improve daily living skills, with 35 hours per week and days shifts. Immediate opening requiring 1 year of OTA experience.

The OTA will implement tailored treatment plans, monitor progress, and document outcomes while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. State licensure is required, and BLS/NBCOT certifications are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• State licensure required for the state of Illinois; NBCOT (COTA) certification is preferred.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
• Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT for adjustments to the treatment plan.
• Document patient performance and progress accurately and timely per facility and state guidelines.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

Education

NBCOT (COTA) certification

BLS certification

Job description

TotalMed Allied in Savoy, IL seeks a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) for a 13-week assignment. You will work under an OT to help patients improve daily living skills, with 35 hours per week and days shifts. Immediate opening requiring 1 year of OTA experience.

The OTA will implement tailored treatment plans, monitor progress, and document outcomes while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. State licensure is required, and BLS/NBCOT certifications are expected.