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Occupational Therapy Assistants

SOC 31-2011.00

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with State laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

Zone 3 Healthcare Support

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening

3.9

Speaking

3.8

Reading Comprehension

3.6

Writing

3.6

Social Perceptiveness

3.6

Time Management

3.6

Service Orientation

3.5

Monitoring

3.4

Knowledge Areas 8

Customer and Personal Service

4.1

Psychology

3.8

English Language

3.8

Education and Training

3.8

Therapy and Counseling

3.8

Medicine and Dentistry

3.5

Sociology and Anthropology

3.0

Clerical

2.9

Key Tasks

1Select therapy activities to fit patients' needs and capabilities.

2Monitor patients' performance in therapy activities, providing encouragement.

3Instruct, or assist in instructing, patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, or the care and use of adaptive equipment.

4Maintain and promote a positive attitude toward clients and their treatment programs.

5Observe and record patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior and maintain this information in client records.

Also Known As

Acute Care Occupational Therapy Assistant Behavior Specialist Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant/Licensed (COTA/L) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-Licensed (COTA-L) Health Service Worker Independent Living Specialist Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant Occupational Therapist