Therapist Occupational Therapy Assistant

Therapist - Occupational Therapy Assistant Kaplan, LA Full-time, Days Key Responsibilities: • Provide occupational therapy services to patients, including assessments, treatments, and interventions to help them achieve their daily living and work-related goals. • Collaborate with occupational therapists and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. • Conduct home visits and other community-based assessments to identify patient needs and develop strategies for improvement. • Use various occupational therapy techniques, including manual therapy, exercise, and adaptive equipment, to help patients overcome physical and cognitive limitations. • Document patient progress and communicate with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care. Required Qualifications: • Associate's degree in occupational therapy assistant studies from an accredited program. • Current certification as an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) in the state of Louisiana. • Valid Louisiana state license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant. • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. • Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition patients as needed. Preferred Experience / Skills: • Previous experience working in a skilled nursing facility or other long-term care setting. • Knowledge of adaptive equipment and assistive technology. • Experience with occupational therapy software and electronic medical records.