Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) needed in Central Valley

Sweetwater Care; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient rehabilitation in a busy facility. You will treat patients under the OT, document treatments and progress, and participate in care conferences with the health team.

Responsibilities include maintaining the department, communicating progress, and training staff. This role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in documentation, and a patient-centered approach to rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Open to therapists at all experience levels

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

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation/writing

Team collaboration

Therapy practice knowledge

Patient progress reporting

Adaptability

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