Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Bronx, NY

Are you ready for your next opportunity?

When you work with Tribal Health, you work with talented and passionate teams who are making an impact on Native health disparities. We offer an unforgettable, career-changing adventure - and because we are clinically led, you can count on 24/7 support, so you always feel confident and comfortable on the job.

We recognize that you are the best part of us. In addition to a wealth of benefits, we offer caring recruiters who match your personal and professional goals to the perfect opportunity for you.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinician who understands and respects the values of our tribal communities. Together, staff will provide care that meets the needs of the community and offers a meaningful and culturally responsive experience for both patients and their families.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities
• Provide training in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, and toileting
• Instruct patients in the safe and effective use of assistive and adaptive equipment
• Support motor, cognitive, and fine motor skill development
• Monitor patient progress and adjust activities within established treatment plans

• Document therapy sessions accurately and communicate patient progress or concerns to the supervising OT
• Assist patients across the lifespan maintaining or improving independence at home, school, work, or in the community

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications

• Licensure: Associate degree from ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

• Clinical Fieldwork hours
• Passing of NBCOT
• State licensure/certification
• CE for Certification

• Certifications: BLS (AHA preferred or client specific)
• Immunizations: Based on client need
• Experience required: Based on client need
• Schedule: Based on client need

Tribal Health Benefits:

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

401K

Paid Time off and 11 Federal Holidays

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

100% Company paid tuition to further your education

Other voluntary benefits; Disability, Critical illness and more

Native American Preference: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with federal law (Title 25, USC Section 472). Form BIA-4432 should be submitted with the application. For more information about Native American Preference in employment please click here.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Tribal Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We value the skills, experience, and dedication that veterans bring to the workplace and qualified veterans are encouraged to apply. Tribal Health is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io.