Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Northern Ca

Sweetwater Care; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Stockton, CA seeks a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant for a full-time contract role with travel possibilities. You will work under an Occupational Therapist, document treatments, and help maintain rehab operations.

Collaboration with the care team and families is essential to support patient progress. We value interprofessional teamwork, strong communication, and a compassionate approach to rehabilitation, with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care in a busy

Qualifications

• This position requires a valid Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant credential.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels within rehab settings.
• Must demonstrate strong writing and documentation abilities.

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 operations and cleanliness of the treatment area.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences.
• Communicate patient progress and plans with supervisor and health team.
• Support training programs for staff in the facility.
• Record treatment charges per facility policy.
• Instruct patients' families or nursing staff in maintenance programs.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Team player

Communication

Integrity

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

JOIN OUR LINKS STAFFING EVER-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 contract/travel possibilites

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