Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) will collaborate closely with licensed Occupational Therapists to deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate therapy for children at our center. The OTA supports individualized treatment plans focusing on fine motor skills, self-regulation, sensory processing, and emotional well-being within a play-based, inclusive environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Current Ohio license or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Experience working with pediatric populations.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a healthcare and community settings.
• Specialization in a specific area of Occupational Therapy such as ADL's, feeding therapy, fine motor development, and / or sensory integration.
• Experience working with patients with autism

Responsibilities:

• Implement treatment plans for patients based on their individual needs and goals under the direction of an Occupational Therapist
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions to patients using evidence-based interventions.
• Document patient progress and communicate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in Occupational Therapy to provide the best possible care to patients.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and caregivers to ensure a holistic approach to treatment.

Skills:

As an OTA, you will use your expertise in Occupational Therapy to provide quality care to pediatric populations. You will need to have effective interpersonal communication skills to collaborate with patients, families, and caregivers. Additionally, you will need to stay up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in Occupational Therapy to provide the best possible care to patients. Specialization in a specific area of Occupational Therapy and experience working with patients with complex medical needs are preferred qualifications that will enhance your ability to provide quality care.