Occupational Therapy Assistant
さぎょうりょうほうじょしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Healthcare Assistants
- Minor : Other Healthcare Assistants
Summary
A medical support role that performs auxiliary tasks such as patient ADL training, preparation of assistive devices, and record management under the guidance of an occupational therapist.
Description
Occupational therapy assistants, under the instructions of occupational therapists, prepare and assist with patients' activities of daily living (ADL) training, support the operation of assistive devices, prepare treatment materials, handle recording and reporting tasks, and maintain the environment. They observe patients' physical and mental characteristics, provide feedback to occupational therapists as needed, and contribute to safe and secure rehabilitation as members of the healthcare team.
Future Outlook
With the progression of an aging society, demand for rehabilitation is increasing, and job openings for occupational therapy assistants are expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Compassionate / Cooperative / Excellent Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Clinic Work / Day Service / Home-visit Rehabilitation / Hospital Work
Career Path
Occupational Therapy Assistant → Occupational Therapist (License Acquisition) → Rehabilitation Department Leader
Required Skills
ADL Training / Assistive Device Operation / Communication Skills / Document Record Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Dementia Care Knowledge / Basic Infection Prevention Knowledge / Preventive Care
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Meticulous attention is required for observing patient conditions and recording. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with patients and medical staff is necessary. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to learn new rehabilitation equipment and techniques. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to assisting with patient transfers and prolonged standing work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because they collaborate with doctors, nurses, and others to perform tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since tasks are mainly based on standardized procedures, high creativity is not required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical or quantitative analysis is rarely needed. |
Aliases
- OT Assistant
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
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