Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Heritage Manor Care; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Escondido is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to assist in providing quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists. The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree in Occupational Therapy, relevant State licensure, and a passion for patient care. Responsibilities include documentation of therapy services, communication with patients and team members, and participation in care planning. This position offers a supportive workplace environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have valid licensure and certification as required by State.
• 1-2 years experience in a residential/assisted living or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Graduates in Occupational Therapy Assistant Program will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing quality patient care under licensed therapists' supervision.
• Document services to ensure accurate billing and compliance.
• Coordinate treatment goals with team members.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate of Arts in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Licensure as required by State guideline

CPR Certification

Job description

OCEAN VIEW POST-ACUTE

We provide PT, OT, ST services in a post-acute care settings and are looking for talented, dynamic clinicians with passion to join our team. If you are passionate and committed to providing excellence with collaborative spirit, we want to meet you! We take great pride in providing a workplace where people enjoy coming to work and enable them to reach their career goals.

Occupational Therapy Assistant will assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care, under the supervision of licensed therapists. OTA will document all services provided to ensure accurate and timely billing of therapy services. The OTA assures that patient care follows the OT Plan of Care, the organization’s guidelines, meets professional standards, community needs and is in compliance with Federal and State guidelines.

Job Duties

• Provides Therapy services established by the Occupational Therapist (OTR) in the patient Plan of Care.
• Provides therapy services under the supervision of an OTR as determined by the Registered Therapist and in compliance with State and Federal guidelines.
• Consults with OTR regarding changes in treatment or condition in a timely manner.
• Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including daily notes and assisting the OTR to create progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports as needed.
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
• Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques.
• Participates in care planning meetings, rehab meetings and family training in order to communicate patient progress as requested by OTR, Director of Rehab or Rehab Resource Consultant.
• Follows organizational and facility policies and procedures to ensure employee and patient safety.
• Ensures equipment is in good working order prior to providing care to patients. Follows procedures for reporting damaged equipment.
• Maintains a clean environment.
• Attends required meetings, in-services and functions as designated by the Director of Rehab and /or the Rehab Resource Consultant.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.

Education Required

• Minimum of Associate of Arts in Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Licensure/Certification: Licensure as required by State guideline
• Certification as required by State
• CPR Certification

Experience

• 1 year Occupational Therapy Assistant experience preferred.
• 1-2 years experience in a residential/ assisted living or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Graduates in Occupational Therapy Assistant Program will be considered.