Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

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About the role

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out treatment plans developed by occupational therapists, including therapeutic exercises, activities of daily living (ADL) training, and other interventions.
• Help patients with exercises, activities, and adaptive techniques aimed at improving their functional abilities and independence.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients’ responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide education and guidance to patients and their families on home exercises, adaptive techniques, and strategies to support continued progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Support Occupational Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have and maintain a current, valid state OTA licensure or certification.
• Current valid CPR certification, preferred.
• Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• 0-1 years of experience.

Location

The Willows at Bellevue
101 Auxiliary Drive
Bellevue, OH

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and weekly pay.
• 401(k) company match.
• Mental Health Support Program.
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement.
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance starting on the first day of the month following your start date.
• First-time homebuyers’ program.
• HSA/FSA.

State law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment.