Occupational Therapy Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant to help patients develop or regain the skills needed for daily living. The successful candidate will implement occupational therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

Position Details

• Location: Canon City, Colorado
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Pay Rate: $35 per hour

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment activities based on the Occupational Therapist’s plan of care.
• Assist patients with daily living activities and therapeutic exercises.
• Help patients improve coordination, functional movement, and independence.
• Monitor patient performance and report progress or concerns to the supervising therapist.
• Document treatment sessions and patient responses.
• Educate patients and caregivers on recommended techniques and adaptive equipment.
• Work with the rehabilitation team to support patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Applicable certification, as required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Rehabilitation experience preferred.