Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant needed for northern California

Sweetwater Care; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a busy rehabilitation team. You will treat patients under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist and document progress in the medical record, while maintaining the department and supporting staff with care plans.

Responsibilities include attending care conferences, training colleagues, and educating families on maintenance programs.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant in good standing.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation/writing

Team player

Rehabilitation knowledge

Patient care

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