CERTIFIED OT ASSISTANT-HH

Pella Regional Health Center • Pella, IA

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About The Position

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will play a vital role in empowering patients to achieve their highest level of function and independence—all within the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Using your clinical skills and passionate care, you'll help individuals regain mobility, restore confidence, and improve their overall quality of life. Working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will assist in delivering both direct and indirect occupational therapy interventions in accordance with the patient's individualized treatment plan and state practice guidelines. Your contributions will support recovery, reduce the risk of hospital readmissions, and foster long-term wellness. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary home health team, you will report directly to the Home Health Director. Enjoy the benefits of a flexible schedule, a collaborative and supportive work environment, and no weekend or holiday shifts.

Requirements

• Current state Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure.
• Graduate of an approved school for Occupational Therapy Assistant training.
• Previous experience in the provision of occupational therapy in an acute or long term care setting preferred.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of physical medicine, occupational therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy equipment operation, maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering direct and indirect occupational therapy interventions.
• Support patients in achieving their highest level of function and independence.
• Help individuals regain mobility and restore confidence.
• Improve overall quality of life for patients.
• Work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Follow the patient's individualized treatment plan and state practice guidelines.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• No weekend or holiday shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree