Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Therapy Management Corporation; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking therapy provider dedicated to enhancing the skills of its team members while making a significant impact on patient care. As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting patients with their rehabilitation journey, helping them develop and maintain essential daily living skills. This innovative firm emphasizes professional growth, offering flexible scheduling and leadership opportunities within a supportive culture. If you're passionate about making a difference and advancing your career in a meaningful way, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities

Mental Wellbeing Support Program

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program required.
• Current license/certification in the state of practice needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute therapeutic plans under occupational therapist supervision.
• Plan and select therapeutic activities for patients.
• Monitor and document patient progress regularly.

Skills

Patient Care Execution

Activity and Program Planning

Progress Monitoring

Patient and Family Education

Education

Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Overview

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers. Giving back is at the core of everything we do. TMC is committed to our team members, helping them enhance skills, remain current on regulations, stay up to date on innovative technology, and advance their personal and professional growth.

If you are looking for an opportunity where you can see your career grow and be part of something incredible, TMC is the place for you. We take pride in offering growth opportunities as we seek leadership within our current teams. TMC is also committed to a culture of caring, not just for those we serve, but for our own team members.

Your career with us means:

• Flexible Scheduling.
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program.

With TMC, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants don’t just make a living; they make a difference. Come be part of something bigger than a job!

Responsibilities

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) plays a crucial role in the rehabilitation and care of patients with various physical, mental, or emotional conditions. The primary goal of a COTA is to assist individuals in developing, recovering, improving, and maintaining the skills needed for daily living and working. Here is a description of the key responsibilities of a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant:

1. Patient Care Execution: Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for executing the therapeutic plans designed to help patients. This includes teaching patients how to use adaptive equipment, guiding them through exercises, and engaging them in activities that are crucial to their recovery and improvement.
2. Activity and Program Planning: A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant contributes to the planning and selection of therapeutic activities tailored to the individual needs and interests of each patient. This involves understanding the therapeutic goals set by the occupational therapist and applying creative and practical approaches to meet those objectives.
3. Progress Monitoring: Regularly monitoring and documenting the progress of patients is a key responsibility. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant must observe changes in the patient's performance and behavior, report these observations to the occupational therapist, and adjust the therapy interventions accordingly to ensure continuous improvement.
4. Patient and Family Education: Educating patients and their families about the therapy process, the use of adaptive equipment, and home modifications is another important duty. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides clear instructions and support to ensure that therapeutic practices are continued at home, which is vital for the patient's long-term recovery and independence.

Qualifications

• Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.