Occupational Therapy Assistant - OTA - Permanent

POSITION SUMMARY

The Occupational Therapy Assistant primarily provides outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population. The in-home setting may include a patient’s private residence or an independent living facility. This role allows the Occupational Therapy Assistant to treat patients in their most functional environment—their home.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides treatment interventions to facilitate increased independence and functional performance under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. This position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings.

• Pay Range : $31.20 - $34.28/ Hour.

• Guaranteed 35 Hours in a Week 

RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Attends and contributes to patient care conferences, staffing meetings, and required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.

2. Adheres to departmental and patient treatment schedules, including timely clinical documentation, billing, and attendance at work-related meetings.

3. Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to develop programs aligned with each patient’s needs and abilities.

4. Instructs patients, families, and caregivers in occupational therapy techniques under Occupational Therapist supervision.

5. Maintains accurate, complete, and timely documentation for all patients treated.

6. Cleans, maintains, and reports the need for repair of therapy equipment as necessary.

7. Puts patient service first by delivering care in a compassionate, respectful manner that recognizes patient rights and individual needs.

8. Implements individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Occupational Therapist.

9. Provides individualized occupational therapy interventions, including but not limited to:

   • Cognitive skills

   • Muscle strength

   • Coordination

   • Endurance

   • Mobility

   • Perceptual abilities

   • Sensory awareness

   • Sitting and standing tolerance

   • Balance

   • Activities of daily living (ADLs)

   • Joint protection

   • Work simplification

   • Orientation

   • Physical agent modalities

   • Low vision interventions

   • Fall risk management

   • Medication management

   • Health and wellness

   • Community integration and reintegration

10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL / VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state(s) of practice or proof of license eligibility.

2. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to patient residences.

JOB SKILLS

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

COMPLIANCE

• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and ethical standards, including HIPAA and compliance programs.

• Participates in required orientation and training.

• Reports suspected non-compliance through appropriate channels.

• Cooperates with audits, monitoring, and investigations.

• Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities as requested.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Demands

Yes/No:• Reaching (overhead) – Yes• Handling – Yes• Fingering – Yes• Feeling – Yes• Talking/Hearing – Yes• Seeing – Yes• Fine Manipulation – Yes

Frequency:• Standing – Frequently (67–100%)• Walking – Frequently (67–100%)• Sitting – Occasionally (34–66%)

Weight Requirements (lbs):• Pulling – 50• Lifting – 50• Carrying – 50• Pushing – 50

Climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting – Yes

Work Environment

• Inside: 90%

• Outside: 10%

• Exposure to noise, moving machinery, uneven ground, and automotive equipment

• Occasional use of protective equipment (gowns, gloves, masks)

Work Situations

• Measurable performance standards

• Frequent interaction with people

• Repetitive tasks

• Work under stress

• Problem-solving and following instructions