Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) — Skilled Nursing

Theradynamics • Huntington, NY

10h

About The Position

TheraDynamics is a therapist-owned rehabilitation company with over 20 years of experience delivering patient outcomes across the Tri-State area. The company emphasizes manageable caseloads, clinical autonomy, and therapist growth.

In a skilled nursing setting, the Occupational Therapist Assistant helps patients recovering from strokes, hip fractures, cardiac events, and progressive neurological conditions regain independence in daily activities. The role supports individualized treatment focused on functional independence, including self-care, cognitive and perceptual skills, home safety, adaptive equipment, and caregiver training. The assistant works alongside an Occupational Therapist and collaborates with nursing, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and social work to coordinate patient care. The company describes its productivity expectations as realistic and offers clinical support and mentorship.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current or eligible for a New York State OTA license.
• NBCOT certification or eligibility for certification.
• Passion for helping patients regain independence.
• Strong clinical reasoning and creative problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in performing procedures, tests, and complex treatments to support safe and effective patient evaluation and treatment.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence.
• Collaborate with nursing, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and social work to coordinate patient care.
• Address patients’ self-care skills, cognitive and perceptual deficits, home safety, and adaptive equipment needs.
• Provide caregiver training.

Benefits

• Five weeks of paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Unlimited free continuing education units through the Medbridge online learning platform.
• Parental leave.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
• Referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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