Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Sweetwater Care; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Chico, California is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to support an active rehabilitation program. You will work under the Occupational Therapist to treat patients, document care, and assist with daily department operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and adherence to facility policies. Candidates should have strong writing skills, interpersonal abilities, and a collaborative attitude to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant is required.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.
• Experience documenting care and progress notes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Record treatments and progress notes in medical record.
• Assist in maintaining department operations.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Communicate with supervisor and health team members regarding patient progress and plans.
• Participate in training programs for other staff in the facility.
• Record treatment charges per facility policy and procedures.
• Instruct patients' families or nursing staff in maintenance program.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation skills

Therapy practice knowledge

Team player

Integrity

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and adhere to facility documentation guidelines


• Record treatments given and progress notes in medical record


• Assist in maintaining department


• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences


• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area


• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.


• Participate in training programs for other staff in the facility


• Record treatment charges per the facility policy and procedures


• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program

Experience/Qualifications:

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

This position is open to therapists at all experience levels.

Desired Skills:

• Exhibits a sincere desire to help patients and residents in their rehabilitation process


• Superior interpersonal communication skills


• Strong writing skills required for documentation of the care you provide


• Exhibits knowledge and understanding of therapy practice


• Possesses and conveys high degree of credibility and integrity


• Enjoys team cohesion, is a team player, has a positive attitude and a strong desire to make a constructive impact on organizational excellence


• Understands and accepts the unpredictable nature and needs of the therapy function in a busy rehab department

FullShift Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.