How do they match: Occupational Therapy Assistants

  • 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.

  • Assist educational specialists or clinical psychologists in administering situational or diagnostic tests to measure client's abilities or progress.
  • Attend continuing education classes.
  • Monitor patients' performance in therapy activities, providing encouragement.
  • Order any needed educational or treatment supplies.
  • Select therapy activities to fit patients' needs and capabilities.
  • Work under the direction of occupational therapists to plan, implement, or administer educational, vocational, or recreational programs that restore or enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments.

  • Assist patients with daily activities.
  • Attend educational events to update medical knowledge.
  • Encourage patients during therapeutic activities.