What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist Assistant/ OTA/ COTA position at BrightSpring Health Services?
Occupational Therapist Assistant/ OTA/ COTA
Job Locations
US-KY-LEXINGTON
| ID | 2026-187847 | Line of Business | Rehab in Motion | Position Type | Full-Time |
Rehab in Motion
Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations. If you're motivated to give our clients a more positive quality of life we encourage you to apply today!
- Administer therapeutic exercises and activities to improve patients; strength, mobility and function.
- Providing training to individuals and any others involved in their rehabilitation, and documenting results of the training
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Supporting individuals' plan of treatment by documenting and reporting status changes to the multi-disciplinary team members as appropriate
- Other duties as assigned
Assisting the Occupational Therapist in the implementation of treatment intervention
- Degree from a certified occupational therapy assistant training program
- Current Occupational Therapist Assistant certification in state of practice
- Current Live CPR Certification
- Two-step TB skin test required
- Proof of Auto Insurance
- Knowledge of evidence based therapy interventions
Familiarity with assisted living, independent living, geriatrics and/or home health
- One year preferred
- New grads encouraged to apply
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
- Duties require fine motor skills,visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods
- Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times
- A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations
Rehab in Motion, an affiliate of Rehab Without Walls, is devoted to elevating the physical and emotional wellbeing of older adults through physical, occupational and speech therapies. Our team's holistic approach integrates mindfulness-based interventions to address trauma, fostering increased independence, strength, and fall prevention. At Rehab in Motion, our tailored physical therapy and fun-filled exercise classes embrace the unique culture of every retirement or assisted living community we serve, because staying active and independent should be as enjoyable as it is beneficial. Our team excels in trauma-informed care, fostering a nurturing and empathetic environment for all clients. This approach ensures that each individual receives comprehensive care, incorporating support, evidence- based interventions, and an overall improved quality of life, leading to more favorable outcomes. For more information, please visit www.rehabwithoutwalls.com/rehab-in-motion. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
This position is subject to a level 2 background screening. For more information on the Florida state background screening process and standards, please access and review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Res-Care, Inc., dba BrightSpring Health Services (“ResCare”), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ResCare does not discriminate against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment, or on the basis of gender in its health programs and activities.