Outpatient Occupational Therapist Assistant (Assisted and Independent Living)

Patriot At Home•Youngstown, OH

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

Patriot At Home is seeking an Outpatient Occupational Therapist Assistant (PRN) to serve patients in assisted and independent living facilities within Trumbull, Mahoning, and Columbiana Counties. This veteran-owned and family-operated company emphasizes community impact and employee well-being, offering a flexible schedule and professional support. The role involves providing patient services under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, documenting progress, instructing families, and assisting in the development and re-evaluation of rehabilitative plans.

Requirements

Graduated after successful completion of an Occupational Therapy Assistant education program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.
Must be licensed by the state of Ohio
Must have at least one year of institutional experience
Must have a criminal background check
Must have current CPR (BLS) certification

Nice To Haves

The ability to drive and ability to access patients' homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible are required
Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the patient's condition and to perform patient care
On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach and move patient weight up to 250 pounds; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, provide patient services which have been delegated by the OT to hospice patients, senior-living community residents, and community patients
Participate in the preparation of clinical and daily progress notes.
Instruct the patient family and assist in teaching them exercise programs.
Under the supervision of the OT, assist in evaluation, and development, of the rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic re-evaluation, as indicated.
All other duties as assigned