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Occupational Therapy Assistant

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AVG. SALARY

$62,250

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EDUCATION

Associate's degree

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JOB OUTLOOK

Increasing

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Occupational Therapy Assistants (Enlisted)

Opportunities

Occupational therapy assistants support occupational therapists and/or medical officers in administering occupational therapy - a form of therapy that encourages rehabilitation through the performance of activities required in daily life. These specialists find new and easy ways for people who are going through physical, mental, and emotional trauma to accomplish everyday tasks so that they can overcome limitations and lead a satisfying life. Some of their responsibilities include examining patients, planning treatment, reviewing progress, updating prescribed treatment, examining the patients’ homes, helping children participate in school activities, and helping their patients with doing daily tasks like washing, dressing, cooking, and eating.


Training Provided

Occupational therapy assistants in the Military will gain skills through classroom study, including practice in providing patient healthcare, and on-the-job experience.

  • Anatomy, physiology, and psychology
  • Handling and positioning of patients
  • Principles of rehabilitation
  • Patient care
  • Working on a medical team

All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training.


Earnings

Military pay and benefits are set by Congress, which normally grants a cost-of-living pay increase once each year. All members of the military receive basic pay, which is the largest component of a member's pay. A member's grade (usually the same as rank) and years of service determines the amount of basic pay received. Enlisted members can progress through nine enlisted pay grades during their careers. In 2023, most enlisted personnel started as recruits at Grade E-1 ($23,011/year basic pay); however, those with special skills or above average education started as high as Grade E-4 ($30,042/year basic pay). In addition to pay, the military provides many of life's necessities, such as food, clothing, and housing, or pays allowances for them. Other benefits include health care, 30 days paid vacation, legal assistance, recreational programs, education assistance, and military store privileges.


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