Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Description

Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

As an 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

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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