Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Trilogy Health Services•Bowling Green, OH

13d

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 an orientation personalized to the work environment and ongoing support from the team. Benefits include weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after the first month, student loan repayment, and a competitive 401(k) match.

Requirements

Current, valid state OTA licensure or certification, which must be maintained.
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.
Observe patients, maintain up-to-date therapy documentation, document progress, and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Educate and guide 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 observations and insights.
Perform other duties as assigned.