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What they do
An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$58,366 / year median in Kentucky
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Signature HealthCARE is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to support resident-centered rehabilitation in our long-term and post-acute care community. Working under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, you will help evaluate residents' functional abilities, carry out individualized treatment plans, and train residents in ADLs, mobility, and use of adaptive equipment. You'll document progress, collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, and educate families to promote safety and independence. Join a faith-based, mission-driven organization that values dignity, teamwork, and ongoing professional growth. Responsibilities Implement OT treatment plans under supervision of an Occupational Therapist Assist with functional assessments and objective measurements Provide ADL, mobility, and cognitive retraining to residents Train residents on safe use of adaptive equipment and devices Accurately document treatments, progress, and resident response in EMRCollaborate with nursing, therapy, and medical staff on care plans Educate residents and families on home safety and carryover strategies Support discharge planning to maximize safety and independence Follow facility, state, and federal regulations and ethical standards Participate in in-service training and quality improvement initiatives Required Skills Occupational therapy interventions Activities of daily living (ADL) training Therapeutic exercise and functional mobility Use and fitting of adaptive equipment Gait and balance training Patient and family education Clinical documentation and EMR use Interdisciplinary care coordination Safety assessment and fall prevention Time management and caseload prioritization