Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Beach Post-Acute; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Beach Post-Acute in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our 24-hour skilled nursing team on a per-diem basis with full-time opening.

In this role you will support occupational therapists, assist in treatment plans, document progress, and help patients regain daily living skills.

Candidates must be licensed COTA with an associate degree and strong teamwork, communication, and compassion.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) with current licensure.
• Associate's degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Compassionate attitude toward patients and their families.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and occupational therapy practices.
• Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support OTs by providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures.
• Assist in development of treatment plans in accordance with state laws.
• Carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document progress.
• Plan and implement educational, vocational, and recreational programs.
• Observe and record patients’ progress and maintain records.
• Communicate and collaborate with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient.
• Instruct patients and families in home programs and use of adaptive equipment.
• Implement or assist in implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Medical terminology

Education

Associate's degree from an accredited COTA program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Occupational Therapy THE BEACH POST-ACUTE, Long Beach, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3990

Salary Range: $42.00 To $44.00 Hourly

The Beach Post-Acute is a 24-hour 98-bed skilled nursing facility located in Long Beach, CA. Our Rehab team is known to provide the highest quality of care to our residents as our team is full of support and teamwork. We are currently on the search for a Per-Diem COTA to join the team in helping us continue to strive for excellence.

Opening:

Full-Time

Pay:

$42-44/hr

About the Position:

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant supports occupational therapists provide and occupational therapy treatments and procedures. The Occupational Therapist Assistant may, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments.

Works with occupational therapists to plan, implement, and administer educational, vocational, and recreational programs to restore and enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments. Selects therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities. Observes and records patients’ progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintains this information in client records.

Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient.

Instructs or assists in instructing patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment. Implements or assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently.

Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients. Aids patients in dressing and grooming.

Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use.

Alters treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect.

Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games.

Transports patients to and from the occupational therapy work area.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) with current licensure.
• Associate's degree from an accredited COTA program required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Compassionate attitude toward patients and their families.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and occupational therapy practices.
• Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.