Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) — Skilled Nursing

Theradynamics • Stamford, CT

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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 development.

In a skilled nursing setting, the Occupational Therapist Assistant helps patients regain independence in daily activities while recovering from conditions such as strokes, hip fractures, cardiac events, and progressive neurological conditions. The role supports functional interventions addressing activities of daily living, cognitive retraining, upper-extremity rehabilitation, and safe discharge planning. The position works alongside an Occupational Therapist and collaborates with nursing, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and social work to coordinate patient care.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current or eligible for New York State OTA licensure.
• NBCOT certification or eligibility.
• 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 evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence.
• Collaborate with nursing, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and social work to coordinate patient care.
• Address self-care skills, cognitive and perceptual deficits, home safety, and adaptive equipment needs.
• Provide caregiver training.
• Deliver functional interventions related to activities of daily living, cognitive retraining, upper-extremity rehabilitation, and safe discharge planning.

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