Perm Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

10% Salary placement fee
Salary range: 28-34
40 hours
M-F
Weekend rotation
Ridgewood Center is a skilled nursing facility offering post-hospital, short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term and respite care. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances. Our staff is dedicated to serving the medical and rehabilitation needs of individuals recovering from illness or injury. Ridgewood Center is an AHCA Bronze Quality Award Winner and a We Honor Veterans community partner!

About the role

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist to implement treatment plans that help patients develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and working. You will provide direct patient care across diverse populations, from pediatric to geriatric, addressing physical, cognitive, and psychosocial challenges that impact functional independence.

You will collaborate closely with occupational therapists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to each patient's goals. Your hands-on work will make a meaningful difference in helping individuals achieve greater autonomy and quality of life.

What you will do

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans as directed by the supervising occupational therapist
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve patients' fine motor skills, coordination, strength, and activities of daily living
• Teach patients adaptive techniques and proper use of assistive devices and equipment
• Document patient progress, responses to treatment, and functional outcomes in medical records
• Communicate regularly with the supervising occupational therapist regarding patient status and treatment modifications
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and strategies to support continued progress
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment while adhering to infection control and safety protocols

What you need

• Associate degree from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program
• Current state license or certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant per state requirements
• National certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with patients and healthcare teams
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, transferring patients, and standing for extended periods

Where you will work

You will provide services in a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient clinics, schools, and home health environments. Each setting offers unique opportunities to serve different patient populations and therapeutic needs.