Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant

Potomac, Maryland

Start Date - ASAP

Estimated Weekly Total - $1,399

Shift - Days

Weekly Hours - 40

Schedule - 8

Assignment Length - 13 Weeks

Location - 10714 Potomac Tennis Ln, Potomac, MD 20854

Facility Type - Skilled Nursing Facility

Weekly Total* $1,399

40 Hoursx $17.15/hr - $686

Overtime - $35.70/hr

Call Back - $35.70/hr

Holiday - $35.70/hr

Weekly M&I Per Diem - $238

Weekly Housing Per Diem - $474

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More About Maryland Maryland Licensure

We're looking for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) for an immediate travel opening in Potomac, MD. The right OTA should have 1 year of experience. Read below for more requirements.

As a OTA, you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients of all ages develop, improve, or recover the skills needed for daily living and working. You will assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and functional abilities.

As an OTA, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
• Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
• Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

Must have 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. The ideal candidate must hold a current BLS and COTA National certification. State-specific licensure is required.

OTAs should be able to lift and assist patients safely, demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles.

Requirements*: BLS, NBCOT (COTA), 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.