Summary:

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, under the direction of an occupational therapist, is responsible for assisting with tests and providing restorative and rehabilitative occupational therapy services to participants at the center and at home. The goal is to maximize participant independence, safety, and enhance the performance of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). The Occupational Therapist Assistant collaborates with other rehabilitation team members to implement the plan of care established by the Occupational Therapist.

Essential Job Duties:

• Administer participants’ treatment programs as established by the occupational therapist.
• Assist the occupational therapist in obtaining vital signs, range of motion, and strength testing.
• Coordinate with other rehabilitation team members to implement activities and programs based on the participant’s individual treatment plans.
• Handle scheduling of participants' treatments, clinical visits, and billing.
• Track and maintain equipment.
• Deliver and document occupational therapy interventions in accordance with the Occupational Therapist’s established care plans, including but not limited to the use of devices, techniques, activities to promote muscle re-education, perceptual-motor and cognitive function, balance, endurance, and other factors affecting the level of independence in performing ADLs.

Skills and Certifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an Accredited Program
• Valid California Occupational Therapy Assistant License, or proof of license eligibility
• Minimum of two (2) years of Occupational Therapy Assistant experience in a clinical setting
• Knowledge necessary to treat frail, elderly participants with complex needs