Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Trilogy Health Services•Muskegon, MI

21d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) provides therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards. The role supports patients in improving functional abilities and independence and includes documenting patient responses and progress, educating patients and families, and collaborating with the care team. Synchrony provides an orientation personalized to the work environment and ongoing team support.

Requirements

Current, valid state OTA licensure or certification, which must be maintained.
Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.

Nice To Haves

Current valid CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Carry 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 to improve functional abilities and independence.
Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation of patients’ responses to therapy, document their 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 ensure comprehensive patient care.
Support Occupational Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress by providing additional observations and insights.
Perform other duties as assigned.