Location
Boston, MA
Category
Healthcare
About This Role
Job Overview
This OTA position involves working directly with patients to help them regain independence in their daily lives. You'll follow established treatment plans under the supervision of an occupational therapist, providing hands on support in homes or clinical settings around Boston, MA. It's a role where you see progress happen, one small victory at a time.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist patients with therapeutic exercises and activities outlined in their care plans.
- Help clients practice essential daily skills, from dressing and grooming to using adaptive equipment.
- Document patient responses and report observations back to the supervising therapist.
- Prepare and maintain treatment areas, ensuring equipment is clean and ready for use.
- Provide clear instructions and encouragement, adapting your approach for each individual's needs.
Requirements
- A current OTA license or certification valid for work in Boston, MA is mandatory.
- Recent fieldwork experience or a completed clinical practicum is typically required.
- The job involves frequent bending, kneeling, and standing to assist patients; you need to be comfortable with physical activity.
- A genuine patience for the rehabilitation process; some days are challenging, but the work matters.
What It's Like In This Role
You'll split your time between direct patient care and documentation. Most OTAs work closely with one or two therapists as part of a broader rehab team. Expect to use electronic health record systems daily to log notes. The schedule is structured but no two patients are the same, so your problem solving skills get a workout every day.
Why You'll Like This Opportunity
The field offers real stability and multiple paths to grow your career. You might work with children one year and transition to geriatric care the next. There's always something new to learn about different conditions and adaptive techniques. Seeing a client master a task they struggled with never gets old; it’s the core of why people do this work.
Schedule & Work Type
This is typically a full time, onsite role following a standard weekday schedule. Some positions in Boston, MA may involve part time hours or require travel between patient homes or facilities. Fully remote work isn't common for this hands on clinical position.
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Equal Opportunity
The hiring employer provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics.
Job Location
Boston, MA