Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

LAJHealth; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement Plan with company matching

Company-paid Life Insurance

9 Paid Holidays

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Los Angeles, California, is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for full-time employment. The role involves assisting residents with rehabilitation activities, conducting screenings, and monitoring progress according to treatment plans. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s Degree from an accredited program and a licensed certification. This position offers competitive pay and an extensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an AOTA accredited program.
• Licensed COTA, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Conduct resident screenings as permitted by state practice act.
• Assist residents with rehabilitative activities and exercises.
• Monitor individuals’ activities to ensure they are performed correctly.
• Record residents’ progress for use by the occupational therapist.

Skills

Licensed COTA

Rehabilitative activities

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree from an AOTA accredited program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Rehabilitation $33.00 - $37.00

Full Time

Reseda, CA

We truly value our employees and are committed to their success! We offer long-term employment opportunities with job stability, as well as support and encouragement for career growth and advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement Plan with company matching, and company-paid Life Insurance. Join our team and experience a workplace culture that fosters teamwork, growth, and support!

Los Angeles Jewish Health has been a trusted provider of senior healthcare for over 100 years, offering a wide range of services that prioritize excellence and Jewish values. We serve more than 4,000 seniors across our San Fernando Valley campuses, delivering personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs, from independent living to specialized healthcare programs.

The responsibilities of the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct resident screenings (without interpretation) as permitted by state practice act.
• Assist residents with rehabilitative activities and exercises as outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Monitor individuals’ activities to ensure they are performed correctly and provide encouragement as needed.
• Record residents’ progress for use by the occupational therapist.
• May assist with scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, restocking or ordering supplies, and completing insurance forms or other paperwork.
• Provide training to residents, caregivers, and families according to the Occupational Therapist’s care plan.
• Complete required forms and documentation in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

Experience and Skills:

• Associate’s Degree from an AOTA accredited program.
• Licensed COTA, if required by state law.

Physical Demands and Environment:

• Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, see, talk, and hear.
• Employee may occasionally assist in lifting and/or transferring patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds.
• Employee may be occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Join Los Angeles Jewish Health and make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors in our community. Become part of our compassionate team, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. Apply today and start making a difference!