Occupational Therapist Assistant - Acute Care

PT Solutions

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Indianapolis, Indiana

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Assist licensed Occupational Therapists in implementing treatment plans to restore function and increase strength for patients. Responsibilities include preparing equipment and guiding patients through activities of daily living and exercise programs.

Qualifications

You have graduated from an AOTA approved occupational therapist assistant program and possess state licensure. You are also certified in Basic Life Support via the American Heart Association and are adept at assisting with patient rehabilitation programs, including developing deficits, activities of daily living, and exercise plans.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Basic Life Support Certification

Occupational Therapist Assistant Program

Job Description

Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Occupational Therapist in the practice of occupational therapy to include development deficits, activities of daily living work conditioning, range of motion, coordination, balance endurance, cognition, and exercise programs to restore function and increase strength.

What You Will Get 

In addition to the standard benefit offering, you can expect to receive: 

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Professional development and career progression
  • Experience working with a diverse patient population in neuro, trauma, ortho, and hand therapy 
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) accrual 

Your Responsibilities as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – Acute Care

  • Prepare equipment for treatment and assist an Occupational Therapist with rehabilitative activities for patients
  • Establish strong relationships with each patient so that they have ability to exceed their functional goals
  • Demonstrate a positive connection with patient, fellow clinicians, and other team members
  • Build and maintain relationships throughout the community

Location 

Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis: 2001 W 86th St. Indianapolis, IN

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an AOTA approved occupational therapist assistant program
  • State Licensure
  • Basic Life Support Certification via the American Heart Association

Compensation

Base Hourly Rate: $26–$34/hour (based on experience and market factors) 

Expanding Access to Quality Care

At PT Solutions, we’re more than colleagues; we’re a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities. From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopaedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training.

As we aim to be the go-to rehabilitation provider, we seek committed professionals eager to join us in that mission. A career with PT Solutions is an opportunity to shape the industry and make a lasting impact. 

Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today! 

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PT Solutions

PT Solutions starts with a true love of therapy and fuses that passion with science and training to create an unmatched standard of care for patients. We love our work, and that enthusiasm is evident in all we do, both in the clinic and in the community. With acute care, inpatient rehab, and outpatient clinics across the country, we work in partnership with our patients and are committed to keeping them in motion throughout all phases of injury and healing. That dedication creates authentic connections with patients and makes PT Solutions the best place to redefine recovery. We believe that grounding treatment methodologies in evidence-based research results in the most effective, progressive care for patients. We put science first and use our research to innovate and lead the healthcare industry. Because teaching is in our DNA, we bring that research into the classroom, producing the best practitioners in the business through our top-notch residency and continuing education program. We believe physical, occupational, and speech therapy has a significant place in healthcare, and we want to lead its significance by elevating patient treatment standards and therapist training programs. Patients know the treatment they receive in any PT Solutions location nationwide will meet the absolute highest standard of care. Our dedication to working with the best tools and the best attitude to achieve the best results unites therapists and patients in a shared goal: pain-free living.
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