Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) — Skilled Nursing

About the role

Occupational therapy in the skilled nursing setting is about one thing: helping people get back to the activities that define their lives. At TheraDynamics, our OTs in SNF settings work with patients recovering from strokes, hip fractures, cardiac events, and progressive neurological conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Occupational Therapist in performing procedures, tests, and complex treatments to ensure the safe, effective evaluation and treatment of patients
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional independence
• Collaborate with nursing, PT, SLP, and social work to ensure coordinated patient care
• Address self-care skills, cognitive and perceptual deficits, home safety, adaptive equipment needs, and caregiver training
• Valued clinical reasoning and realistic productivity expectations

Requirements

• Associates degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Current or eligible for New York State OTA license
• NBCOT certification (or eligible)

Qualifications

• Passion for helping patients regain independence
• Strong clinical reasoning and creative problem-solving skills

Skills

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• 5 weeks of Paid Time Off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Unlimited free CEUs through our online learning platform Medbridge
• Parental leave
• Flexible scheduling (full-time, part-time, and per diem options available)
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates
• Referral bonus program

Pay

Competitive pay (based on experience and location)

Schedule

Full-time, part-time, and per diem options available