About the Role
This position involves providing occupational therapy support under the supervision of a licensed therapist, delivering client care through virtual platforms, documenting progress, and contributing to treatment planning in a remote setting.
Responsibilities
- Deliver occupational therapy services remotely using secure digital platforms
- Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans developed by supervising therapists
- Monitor client progress and report changes to supervising clinicians
- Conduct virtual sessions with clients across various age groups
- Support clients in improving daily living skills and functional independence
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of therapy sessions
- Collaborate with supervising occupational therapists on client goals
- Adapt therapeutic activities for home-based environments
- Educate clients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and equipment use
- Ensure compliance with healthcare privacy regulations during virtual interactions
- Participate in team meetings and case reviews
- Respond to client inquiries between sessions as needed
- Track client attendance and session outcomes
- Use clinical judgment to modify activities based on client feedback
- Maintain professional licensure and continuing education requirements
- Follow established protocols for emergency situations during sessions
- Support onboarding of new clients into the therapy program
- Assist in developing client-specific resource materials
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives
- Uphold ethical standards in all client interactions
Nice to Have
- Experience with pediatric or geriatric populations
- Exposure to telehealth platforms in therapeutic settings
- Training in sensory integration techniques
- Certification in a specialized therapy area
- Background in mental health or developmental disorders
- Experience using electronic health records systems
- Familiarity with IEP or 504 plan processes
- Bilingual communication skills
- Participation in remote clinical supervision
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines
Compensation
Competitive hourly rate
Work Arrangement
Remote
Team
Interdisciplinary therapy team
Technology Requirements
- Must have a computer with webcam and microphone
- Minimum 25 Mbps internet speed recommended
- Compatible operating system (Windows 10 or macOS 12+)
- Up-to-date web browser for platform access
- Ability to install approved software for therapy delivery
Licensure and Compliance
- Must maintain active COTA certification through NBCOT
- State license must be in good standing
- Compliance with state-specific telehealth regulations
- Adherence to professional ethics and standards
- Submission of licensure verification upon hire
Not offered
