Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

We are inviting you to apply for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist Assistant will help occupational therapists provide therapy treatments and procedures.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Works with occupational therapists to plan, implement, and administer educational, vocational, and recreational programs to restore and enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments. Selects therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities. Observes and records patients’ progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintains this information in client records
• Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient
• Instructs or assists in instructing patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment. Implements or assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently
• Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients
• Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use
• Alters treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect
• Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games
• Transports patients to and from the occupational therapy work area
• Attends care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans
• Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, and documenting health insurance billings
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• General understanding of occupational therapy and medical terminology
• Strong patient care skills
• Professionalism, accuracy, and dependability

Rennes is family-owned and operated for over 50 years, with a history of growing and developing our teams. We have a strong reputation for putting residents and employees first. It’s a simple commitment that’s allowed us to attract high-quality team members, caregivers, and management.

Rennes offers a comprehensive compensation package to include:

• A culture that is based on qualify care not only for our residents, but for our employees as well
• Pay based on experience
• Benefits package for full-time employees
• Flexible scheduling = Work-Life Balance
• A fun, supportive, and energetic team environment
• Opportunity to grow from within – whether it’s through a new opportunity, continuing education, or tuition reimbursement

Each day, you’ll have the pride of knowing you made a difference in resident’s lives!