Occupational Therapist Assistant -Memory Care
- Thrive Physical Therapy Partners
- Columbus, Ohio
- Full Time
Occupational Therapist Assistant -Memory Care
Thrive Physical Therapy Partners
Columbus, Ohio
Exceptional Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity
Full-Time 30-35 hrs/week Memory-Care Program | Inpatient Correctional Setting
Why You'll Love This Role
Build Something New - Help refine a ground-up rehab service for memory-care patients; your ideas shape daily workflows and treatment protocols.
Autonomy + Collaboration - Treat 1:1 while partnering with an on-site OT, nurses, and interdisciplinary providers who value teamwork over hierarchy.
Competitive Package - Strong compensation, full benefits, CEU support, and the resources you need to thrive in a specialized setting.
Safety First - On-site security delivers a predictable, controlled environmentoften safer than home-health visits to unknown locations.
Lasting Impact - Restore independence and dignity for a vulnerable population by improving daily-living skills, cognition, and overall quality of life.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do
Deliver evidence-based ADL training, therapeutic exercise, and adaptive-equipment education under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Assist in evaluating and progressing individualized care plans for patients with dementia and related conditions.
Track and document outcomes, reporting changes promptly to the OT and broader care team.
Educate patientsand staff when appropriateon safe transfers, fall-prevention, and cognitive-compensation strategies.
Uphold a culture of safety by maintaining equipment, following security protocols, and ensuring a therapeutic environment at all times.
Qualifications
What You'll Bring
Accredited OTA degree and active (or eligible) Ohio OTA license with NBCOT certification.
Experience in geriatrics, or memory-care populations.
Ability to work confidently and independently while staying in close alignment with your supervising OT.
Thrive Physical Therapy Partners
Columbus, Ohio
Exceptional Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity
Full-Time 30-35 hrs/week Memory-Care Program | Inpatient Correctional Setting
Why You'll Love This Role
Build Something New - Help refine a ground-up rehab service for memory-care patients; your ideas shape daily workflows and treatment protocols.
Autonomy + Collaboration - Treat 1:1 while partnering with an on-site OT, nurses, and interdisciplinary providers who value teamwork over hierarchy.
Competitive Package - Strong compensation, full benefits, CEU support, and the resources you need to thrive in a specialized setting.
Safety First - On-site security delivers a predictable, controlled environmentoften safer than home-health visits to unknown locations.
Lasting Impact - Restore independence and dignity for a vulnerable population by improving daily-living skills, cognition, and overall quality of life.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do
Deliver evidence-based ADL training, therapeutic exercise, and adaptive-equipment education under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Assist in evaluating and progressing individualized care plans for patients with dementia and related conditions.
Track and document outcomes, reporting changes promptly to the OT and broader care team.
Educate patientsand staff when appropriateon safe transfers, fall-prevention, and cognitive-compensation strategies.
Uphold a culture of safety by maintaining equipment, following security protocols, and ensuring a therapeutic environment at all times.
Qualifications
What You'll Bring
Accredited OTA degree and active (or eligible) Ohio OTA license with NBCOT certification.
Experience in geriatrics, or memory-care populations.
Ability to work confidently and independently while staying in close alignment with your supervising OT.
Job ID: 483310193
Originally Posted on: 6/29/2025
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