Occupational Therapy Assistant - Summit, NJ

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT – SUMMIT, NJ

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FOX Rehabilitation is growing in   Summit, New Providence, Berkley Heights, and Mountainside, NJ, and   we’re   looking for motivated, licensed Occupational Therapy Assistants who want to make a hands-on difference in the lives of older adults. Working closely with a supervising Occupational Therapist,   you’ll   carry out individualized treatment plans, guide patients through exercises and functional activities, and help them rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence, all through FOX’s signature Geriatric House Calls™ model, delivered where patients live.  

This opportunity is ideal for OTAs who thrive on real, one-on-one time with patients, want to see the direct impact of their work every single day, and are looking to grow their clinical career within a supportive, team-based environment.  

As part of an interdisciplinary care team,   you’ll   work alongside PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists, with built-in mentorship from your supervising   OT   and a clear runway to   grow   your skills, your caseload, and your career.  

If   you’re   ready to bring energy, compassion, and hands-on care to the communities you serve, FOX is the right fit for you! 

Responsibilities  

• Deliver individualized treatment plans   established   by your supervising   Occupational   Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress  
• Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities,   observing   and tracking their progress  
• Document visits accurately and on time within FOX’s EMR system, in line with FOX’s Clinical Documentation standards  
• Stay connected with patients, POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed  

Why Join FOX Rehabilitation? 

FOX Rehabilitation is a clinician-operated practice rooted in meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, and a mission to abolish ageism. As a n   O TA, you   won’t   just be supporting the plan of   care,   you’ll   be the one in the room, building trust with patients and delivering the moments of progress that keep them independent.   You’ll   be backed by leaders who understand clinical work because   they’ve   lived   it.  

Why   OTA s   love working with FOX:  

• Meaningful, one-on-one time with patients in their homes and senior living communities  
• A true partnership with your supervising   O T, collaborative care planning, not just task lists  
• Built-in mentorship and a clear path to   grow   your clinical skills and career  
• The ability to build your own schedule and create lasting patient relationships  
• A collaborative, interdisciplinary team (PT, OT, SLP, Fitness Specialists) 
• A community-based practice focused on independence, wellness, and longevity  
• A culture that recognizes the   O TA role as essential, not secondary to great outcomes  

Employment Types Available  

FOX offers multiple pathways to match your lifestyle and career goals:  

• Full-time   Occupational Therapy   Assistant – In-Home & Senior Living Care (with benefits) 
• Part-time   Occupational Therapy Assistant  – In-Home & Senior Living Care (with benefits eligibility based on   minimum   hours requirement) 
• PRN/FOX Flex   Occupational Therapy Assistant  – Home & Community Visits  

Compensation & Benefits  

FOX offers competitive compensation based on experience and employment type. Benefits for eligible roles include:  

• Medical, Dental, and 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  

 

In addition to base compensation,   O TAs have access to multiple earning opportunities, including:  

• Employee referral bonuses  
• Wellness referral incentives  
• Additional   pay for increased efficiency  

 

Qualifications  

• Valid   Occupational Therapy Assistant   license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain  
• Graduate of an accredited   Occupational Therapy Assistant   program  
• Current CPR certification  
• Basic computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office

 

Physical Requirements  

FOX   O TAs must be able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including:  

• Exerting medium physical effort: lifting 25–50  lbs   occasionally, 10–25  lbs   frequently , and up to 10  lbs   constantly  
• Performing CPR  
• Providing moderate to maximum   assistance   with patient transfers and bed mobility, including repositioning a bed-bound patient alone  
• Standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and extensive walking  
• Performing repetitive movements of the upper extremities  
• Driving to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model  
• Wearing PPE when   required  

Apply Today  

Join FOX Rehabilitation as a n   Occupational Therapy Assistant   providing hands-on, in-home, and senior living care to older adults across SUMMIT, NJ, and surrounding communities.   You’ll   work shoulder-to-shoulder with your supervising clinician, build real relationships with patients, and help people stay strong, stay independent, and live stronger, longer lives.  

Contact FOX Now!
Karl Szczupider
Clinical Career Specialist
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In New Jersey, the standard base pay range for this role is $21.63 - $36.06 an hour with an opportunity to earn more.