Occupational Therapist Assistant - Outpatient

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$25-$33/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on_site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 32m ago · Verified live

Job description

Job Overview & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Occupational Therapist in the practice of occupational therapy to include development deficits, activities of daily living work conditioning, range of motion, coordination, balance endurance, cognition, and exercise programs to restore function and increase strength.
Location
Clinic Address: 2408 4 Mile Rd, Racine, Wisconsin 53402
Your Responsibilities as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Prepare equipment for treatment and assist an Occupational Therapist with rehabilitative activities for patients
Establish strong relationships with each patient so that they have ability to exceed their functional goals
Demonstrate a positive connection with patient, fellow clinicians, and other team members
Build and maintain relationships throughout the community
Qualifications & Pay Range
Qualifications
Graduate of an APTA or CAPTE approved occupational therapist assistant program
State Licensure
Basic Life Support Certification via the American Heart Association
Compensation & Bonus Structure
Base Salary: $25.00-$33.00/year (based on experience and market factors)
Monthly Incentive Bonuses for exceeding daily visit thresholds
What You Will Get
In addition to the standard benefit offering, you can expect to receive:
Competitive compensation with ability to earn performance-based incentives
Professional development and career progression
Experience working with a diverse patient population in neuro, trauma, ortho, and hand therapy
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) accrual
Company Overview
A Top Workplace
At PT Solutions, we’re more than colleagues; we’re a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities. From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training.
PT Solutions has been named a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace for the fifth consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback. We’ve also earned five Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation, Professional Development, Work-Life Flexibility, Appreciation, and Purpose & Values. This recognition reflects a culture built around supporting our people. It’s not just what we do, but how we make people feel. Through human connection, intentional care, and being all in for one another, we create experiences that make a difference. Because together, we do great better.
Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today! To see what #PTSLife is like, visit Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply!
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Key Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will assist a licensed Occupational Therapist in providing rehabilitative care to patients to restore function and strength. Responsibilities include preparing equipment, facilitating therapeutic activities, and building strong relationships with patients to help them achieve functional goals.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

BLS

Key Skills

Patient careBalance trainingEndurance trainingCognition therapyClinical documentationPatient relationship management

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$60k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $64k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About PT Solutions Physical Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Atlanta, GA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
Professional development and career progression
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Extended Illness Bank (EIB) accrual
Monthly Incentive Bonuses