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ExcelliSearch, Inc. lists this Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) opportunity in bronx, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
***New Grads Welcome***
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:
Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting from an accredited program
Valid New York state licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401K plan
Life Insurance
PTO (sick and vacation time)
Tuition Reimbursement
On a school schedule - 6 weeks summer and administration days
Staff discounted daycare for 2.0-5.0 children
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
VTL/STD/LTD (Short/long term disability)
MAT leave (Maternity leave)
The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.
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Worksite address
bronx, NY, 10400, US
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