Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

SUN MAR HEALTH CARE; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN MAR HEALTH CARE in Tarzana, CA seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering high-quality patient care in a post-acute setting. The OTA will document services, follow the OT Plan of Care, and assist with progress notes and discharge summaries.

Ideal candidate has an Associate of Arts in OTA, state licensure, CPR certification, and 1 year of OTA experience; teamwork and compliance with guidelines are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services under OT supervision as outlined in the Plan of Care.
• Document daily notes and assist with progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Ensure billing documentation and scheduling notes are completed timely.
• Coordinate with OTR and Rehab team for care planning and goals.
• Maintain licensure and comply with state and federal guidelines.

Skills

Documentation

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate of Arts in OTA

State licensure

CPR Certification

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

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.

Position Requirements

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.

Full-Time/Part-Time PRN

Shift Various Shifts

Pay Range

DBA

Position Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Open Date 9/8/2026

Location Tarzana Health and Rehab

This position is currently accepting applications.