Occupational Therapy Assistant - Lansing, MI

FOX Rehabilitation • Lansing, MI

7h

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is seeking licensed Occupational Therapy Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in their homes and senior living communities in the Lansing, Michigan area. Working with a supervising Occupational Therapist, the OTA delivers individualized treatment plans and supports patients as they work to improve strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. Care is provided through FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, with one-on-one patient interaction and collaboration across an interdisciplinary team that includes PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists. The role offers mentorship and opportunities to develop clinical skills and advance a career within a clinician-driven practice.

FOX lists full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways. Full-time and part-time positions provide in-home and senior living care; benefits eligibility for part-time roles depends on meeting a minimum-hours requirement. Compensation is competitive and based on experience and employment type.

Requirements

• Hold a valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state or states of practice, or be eligible to obtain one.
• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Have current CPR certification.
• Have basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting, assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility, providing CPR, and performing extensive walking and other listed physical activities.
• Drive to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Occupational Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress.
• Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, while observing and tracking their progress.
• Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system in accordance with clinical documentation standards.
• Stay connected with patients, POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
• Provide in-home and community-based care, including visits to patient homes and senior living communities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible roles.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Continuing education access.
• Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways.
• Access to advanced technology and tools.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Wellness referral incentives.
• Additional pay for increased efficiency.

What This Job Offers

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