Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Part-time)

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to help patients recover and improve their ability to perform daily living and work activities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and implementation of treatment plans for patients
• Help patients perform therapeutic exercises and activities
• Monitor and document patient progress
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and exercises
• Assist in the maintenance of equipment and supplies
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient care

Requirements:

• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• State licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
• Experience working with patients in a healthcare setting is preferred

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

• Considerable physical activity:
• Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to fifty (50) or more pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.
• Push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet.
• Standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Bending and/or stooping for more than one (1) hour at a time.

Acknowledgement:

I acknowledge receipt of this job description and ascertain that I am qualified and able to fulfill these duties with or without an accommodation.

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