Occupational Therapy Assistant - Lewes, DE

FOX Rehabilitation • , DE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide hands-on, individualized care to older adults in their homes and senior living communities in Lewes, Delaware, and surrounding areas. Working under the direction of a supervising Occupational Therapist, the OTA carries out treatment plans, guides patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and supports improvements in strength, mobility, confidence, and independence through FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model.

The role involves one-on-one patient care as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. FOX offers mentorship, collaborative care planning, opportunities to develop clinical skills and career pathways, and the ability to build a schedule and lasting patient relationships. Full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways are available.

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.
• Hold 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 and carrying loads, performing CPR, assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility, and performing extensive walking and other listed movements.
• Be able to drive to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Occupational Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress.
• Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients during 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, their powers of attorney, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 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 for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist
• Compensation for writing blog articles or creating social content

What This Job Offers

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