Occupational Therapist Assistant Jobs

Friendship Senior Options is currently hiring for a full time Occupational Therapist Assistant in our Long-Term Care Center Department at its Friendship Village of Schaumburg location. The Occupational Therapist Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Implements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist.
• Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department, and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services.
• Instruct patients, families, and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences, and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Provides individualized occupational therapy interventions including the application of therapeutic techniques

QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPR Certified
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) therapy program
• Proficient with therapy documentation (NetHealth)
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Current IL State Licensure
• Results-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Must pass a medical and physical examination based on job qualifications, requirements, and duties/responsibilities

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer