Occupational Therapy Assistant

About This Role

The Occupational Therapy Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality occupational therapy services, helping residents regain independence and improve their quality of life. This role involves providing therapeutic interventions under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist in a skilled nursing facility setting.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans created by the Occupational Therapist
• Provide direct patient care per state and facility guidelines
• Monitor and document resident progress; report changes to the OT
• Educate residents and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment
• Collaborate with nursing, PT, SLP, and other healthcare staff
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR
• Participate in care planning and discharge planning
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, CMS, and all regulations

Requirements

• Associate's degree from an accredited OTA program
• Current NBCOT certification
• Valid state license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Committed to patient-centered care and rehab excellence

Nice to have:

• SNF or long-term care experience

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• PTO: vacation, sick, holiday
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount marketplace

Important Details

• Schedule: Monday – Friday (Flexible)

About the Company

Innovate Rehab and Wellness has over 25 years of experience as a leading skilled health care provider, focusing on industry-leading, patient-centered care. It is therapist- and veteran-owned, providing one-on-one care with group/concurrent treatments under 1% and realistic scheduling.