Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Sweetwater Care; Williams (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care seeks a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to support the rehabilitation team in a busy rehab department. You will treat patients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, document treatments, and assist with program maintenance and family instruction.

You should have strong writing and communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine desire to help residents progress on their recovery goals in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Open to varying levels of experience.
• Strong writing and documentation skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal communication abilities.
• Knowledge of therapy practices and patient care essential.
• Reliable team player with strong integrity.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients under the direction of the Occupational Therapist and follow guidelines.
• Record treatments and progress notes in the medical record.
• Assist in maintaining department operations.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of the treatment area.
• Communicate patient progress and plans with supervisor and health team.
• Participate in staff training sessions within the facility.
• Record treatment charges per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Team player

Therapy knowledge

Integrity

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Education

Licensed OTA

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

FullShift Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.