Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Trilogy Health Services, LLC • Muskegon, MI

21d • Onsite

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. The role assists with treatment plans and supports patients in improving functional abilities and independence through exercises, activities of daily living training, adaptive techniques, and other interventions. The OTA documents patient responses and progress, reports findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist, educates patients and families, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Must have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification.
• 0–1 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Current valid CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out 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 aimed at improving their functional abilities and independence.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide education and guidance to patients and their families on home exercises, adaptive techniques, and strategies to support continued progress.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Support Occupational Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress by providing additional observations and insights.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and weekly pay.
• 401(k) company match.
• Mental Health Support Program.
• Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement.
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance starting on the first day of the month following the start date.
• First time homebuyers’ program.
• HSA/FSA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree