CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (COTA)

Sweetwater Care; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Phoenix is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our growing therapy team. You will treat patients under the direction of the Occupational Therapist and help implement individualized rehabilitation programs in a busy rehab department.

The role emphasizes strong documentation, teamwork, and communication with families and nursing staff. We offer a collaborative, supportive environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to contribute to

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and follow facility guidelines.
• Record treatments and progress notes in the medical record.
• Assist in maintaining department.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Communicate patient progress with supervisor and health team.
• Record treatment charges per facility policy.
• Instruct families or nursing staff in maintenance program.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Writing skills

Team player

Therapy knowledge

Professional integrity

Positive attitude

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

JOIN OUR GROWING THERAPY TEAM!!!!

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

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