Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA
Harbor Terrace Senior Living•Muskegon, MI
•$29 - $31
About The Position
The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, provides therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards. Synchrony provides orientation personalized to the employee’s work environment and ongoing team support after orientation.
Requirements
- Current, valid state OTA licensure or certification.
- Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
- 0–1 years of experience.
Nice To Haves
- Current valid CPR certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including therapeutic exercises, activities of daily living (ADL) training, and other interventions.
- Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques to improve functional abilities and independence.
- Maintain current documentation of patients’ responses to therapy and progress, and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
- Educate and guide patients and families on home exercises, adaptive techniques, and strategies to support continued progress.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support comprehensive patient care.
- Support Occupational Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress by providing observations and insights.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Weekly pay.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits after the first month.
- Student loan repayment.
- Competitive 401(k) match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
