Occupational Therapy Assistant Duties & Responsibilities
This job requires candidates to be able to perform duties that include the following:
- Treat patients by using therapeutic and self-care activities designed to improve function under the direction of the occupational therapist (OTR)
- Monitor a patient's activities to make sure they are performing them correctly and to offer encouragement
- Contribute to meetings and case conferences to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care plans for patients
- Document patient’s weekly progress in appropriate records
- Maintain the office treatment areas, equipment, and supply inventory
- Instruct patients, their families and any other caregivers in skills and techniques of the patient's treatment program, under supervision of the Occupational Therapist
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- North Palm Beach, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road