Occupational Therapy Assistant

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OTA SUMMARY

A occupational therapist assistant (OTA) works under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

 

OTA ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

• Conducts resident screens (without interpretation) as allowed by state practice act.

• Helps residents with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.

• Monitors an individual’s activities to make sure ...