Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)***New Grads Welcome***Compensation: $63K-$78K per yearJob Type: Full Time. Monday - Friday. Day shift.Our client, a school dedicated to supporting children with disabilities, is seeking a Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for their Bronx, NY location.Duties and Responsibilities:Patient Assessment: Assisting the occupational therapist in evaluating a patient's functional abilities and needs.Treatment Implementation: Carrying out treatment plans designed by the occupational therapist, including leading therapeutic activities like exercises to improve motor skills, sensory integration activities, and self-care training.Adaptive Equipment Training: Teaching patients how to use assistive devices to enhance their independence in daily tasks.Progress Monitoring: Closely observing progress during therapy sessions, documenting observations and changes in function, and reporting findings to the occupational therapist.Patient Education: Instructing patients and their caregivers on proper techniques for completing daily activities and home exercise programs.Job Requirements:Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting from an accredited programValid New York state licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401K planLife InsurancePTO (sick and vacation time)Tuition ReimbursementOn a school schedule - 6 weeks summer and administration daysStaff discounted daycare for 2.0-5.0 childrenEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)VTL/STD/LTD (Short/long term disability)MAT leave (Maternity leave)The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.If you're excited about the potential of this role, we'd love to hear from you!