Occupational Therapy Assistant - Lewes, DE
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Occupational Therapy Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Lewes, Delaware, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, the OTA works in patients’ homes and senior living communities, carrying out individualized treatment plans established by a supervising Occupational Therapist. The role involves guiding patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities to support strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The OTA works as part of an interdisciplinary team with PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists, with mentorship and opportunities to develop clinical skills and career pathways. FOX describes its clinician-operated practice as focused on meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, independence, wellness, longevity, and its mission to abolish ageism. Full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex employment pathways are offered; benefits eligibility depends on the role and, for part-time employees, minimum hours requirements.
Requirements
- Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state or states of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Current CPR certification.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly.
- Able to perform CPR and provide moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility, including repositioning a bed-bound patient alone.
- Able to stand, sit, bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, walk extensively, perform repetitive upper-extremity movements, drive to care locations, and 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 their 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 travel to patient homes and senior living communities.
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
Education Level
Associate degree
