JOB SUMMARYThe Occupational Therapy Assistant assists with rehabilitative activities for patients who may have developmental, physical and emotional impairments. This position performs occupational therapy treatments to assist with restoring independent functioning and/or minimizing debilitation.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEProvides occupational therapy treatments, under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist, to assist in developing, improving, and restoring independent functioning and\or minimizing debilitation.Communicates with the supervising therapist regarding patient progress or needs for updating plan of care.Establishes rapport with the patient in a professional manner.Provides necessary equipm