Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) needed ASAP

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

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Santa Rosa, CA seeks a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our therapy team. You will treat patients under the Occupational Therapist, document progress, and participate in patient care and rehabilitation conferences.

Open to therapists at all experience levels, the role emphasizes collaboration, strong communication, and accurate documentation within a busy rehab department. A supportive, family‑like atmosphere helps staff grow and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.
• Superior interpersonal communication and writing skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and adhere to facility documentation guidelines.
• Record treatments and progress notes in medical records.
• Assist in maintaining department and 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.
• Record treatment charges per the facility policy and procedures.
• Instruct patients' families or nursing staff in maintenance program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Therapy practice

Team player

Patient care

Job description

What Sets Us Apart

We are a therapy team who addresses patient needs and collaborates well with our IDT. Enjoy a fun work atmosphere, a diverse patient population, and the opportunity to create and implement the programs that will best serve the needs of your patients. Our team has a family feel and all members are appreciated, seen, and heard.

Job Type:

Full-time

Part-time

PRN

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

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