Functional Recovery Assistant - 1099

Rom Technologies • Brookfield, CT

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About The Position

ROMTech is a medical technology company providing in-home rehabilitative care through a patented medical device and telemedical platform. The Functional Recovery Assistant is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who provides clinician-guided at-home occupational therapy under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The role implements established treatment plans and delivers evidence-based interventions to support functional independence, post-operative recovery, and rehabilitation. It also supports patient engagement, accurate documentation, and continuity of care in a fast-paced, patient-centered, technology-enabled clinical environment.

Requirements

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) role providing services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Required experience working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Strong understanding of functional recovery and rehabilitation principles.
• Ability to implement treatment plans developed by an Occupational Therapist.
• Strong interpersonal, patient engagement, and communication skills.
• Accurate and timely clinical documentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a clinical team.
• Comfort using technology platforms, digital tools, and electronic documentation systems.
• Patient-centered mindset focused on functional outcomes and quality care.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience delivering care via telehealth or technology-enabled platforms.
• Experience in digital health or innovative care delivery models.
• 1–3 years of clinical experience, particularly in post-operative care, orthopedics, functional rehabilitation, or acute, subacute, or outpatient rehabilitation settings.
• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans established by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Deliver therapy sessions focused on activities of daily living, mobility, strength, endurance, and functional independence.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, functional activities, and recovery protocols.
• Monitor patient progress and promptly report changes, concerns, or barriers to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Document patient performance, interventions, and progress toward goals accurately and promptly.
• Educate patients on recovery expectations, home exercise programs, safety, and functional strategies.
• Encourage patient engagement and adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
• Support individual and group-based therapy sessions as assigned.
• Help maintain standardized clinical workflows and documentation processes.
• Support functional recovery initiatives and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and care coordination activities.
• Provide feedback to improve clinical operations, patient experience, and workflow efficiency.
• Use telehealth platforms and digital tools to deliver patient care and help patients navigate digital therapy platforms and engagement tools.
• Maintain proficiency with electronic documentation systems and collaboration tools.
• Deliver services in accordance with state licensure laws, payer requirements, applicable telehealth regulations, supervision requirements, HIPAA, and professional standards of care.
• Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support clinical and operational initiatives and perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree