Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Salary: $63,000 - $78,000 per year

Location: Bronx, NYMinimum Degree: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting from an accredited program

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Compensation: $63K-$78K per year

Job Type: Full Time. Monday - Friday. Day shift. Our client, a school dedicated to supporting children with disabilities, is seeking a Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) for their Bronx, NY location.

Duties and Responsibilities: Patient Assessment: Assisting the occupational therapist in evaluating a patient's functional abilities and needs. Treatment Implementation: Carrying out treatment plans designed by the occupational therapist, including leading therapeutic activities like exercises to improve motor skills, sensory integration activities, and self-care training. Adaptive Equipment Training: Teaching patients how to use assistive devices to enhance their independence in daily tasks. Progress Monitoring: Closely observing progress during therapy sessions, documenting observations and changes in function, and reporting findings to the occupational therapist. Patient Education: Instructing patients and their caregivers on proper techniques for completing daily activities and home exercise programs.

Job Requirements: Valid New York state licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)