- Location
- Elizabeth, WV
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
As a 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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