Occupational Therapist Assistant - Greater Abingdon, MD
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Occupational Therapy Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Aberdeen and surrounding communities. The role follows FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, delivering care in patients’ homes and senior living communities. Working under a supervising Occupational Therapist, the OTA carries out individualized treatment plans, guides patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, and helps them rebuild strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The OTA works as part of an interdisciplinary team alongside PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists. FOX describes the position as offering one-on-one patient care, a collaborative relationship with the supervising OT, mentorship, and opportunities to develop clinical skills, caseload, and career. Clinicians can build their own schedule and develop lasting patient relationships. Available employment pathways include full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex roles. The Maryland standard base pay range is $21.63–$31.25 per hour, with an opportunity to earn more. Benefits are available for eligible roles and may depend on employment type or minimum-hours requirements.
Requirements
- Hold a valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state(s) 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, performing CPR, assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility, and walking extensively.
- Be able to drive to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
- Wear 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 progress.
- Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system in accordance with FOX’s 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 driving to patient homes and senior living communities.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team that includes PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists.
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
- Supportive, clinician-driven culture
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
