A professional who assists occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant in occupational therapy program in hospital or similar institution. Respnsibilities include:

• Performs program support services, such as transporting patient, assembling equipment, and preparing and maintaining work areas, as directed by professional staff.
• Assists in maintaining supplies and equipment.
• May help professional staff demonstrate therapy techniques, such as manual and creative arts, games, and daily living activities to patients.
• May assist in selected aspects of patient services as assigned.