Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Inpatient - Full Time

SSM Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking rehabilitation facility as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Los Angeles. In this full-time role, you will work directly under a licensed Occupational Therapist, assisting in the implementation of therapy plans that significantly impact patient care and quality of life. You'll have the opportunity to grow your skills while being part of a dedicated therapy team, ensuring that each patient receives personalized treatment as they recover from various medical conditions. This is a chance to make a real difference in patients' lives while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Tuition Assistance

Relocation Opportunities

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of therapy plan under supervision of OT.
• Facilitate group therapy and coordinate treatment programs.
• Document patient care accurately and timely.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Data Collection

Education

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Job description

Overview

California Rehabilitation Institute

*A Joint Venture with Cedars, UCLA and Select Medical*

Century City / Los Angeles, CA

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Full Time

Pay Rate: $32.69 - $44.00

Benefits of being a COTA with us:

• Working with a great therapy team
• Impact on patient care and their quality of life
• Ability to grow and learn new skills
• Competitive rates
• A network of over 50,000 employees nationwide with relocation and advancement opportunities
• Full-Time benefits package includes: (medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, short and long term disability, and tuition assistance)

Responsibilities

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of a licensed OT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care. Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services. Consistently communicates with supervising OT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction. Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.

Duties:

• Facilitating group therapy.
• Under direction of supervising therapist, coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources.
• Assists the therapist in data collection including appropriate tests and measurements for initial evaluation and communicates status updates, as directed by the therapist, within their scope of practice.
• Progresses treatment techniques and procedures as patient’s status and functional potential changes in conjunction with the specific therapy plan of care designed by the supervising therapist.
• Identifies, responds and reports to supervising therapist any changes in the patient’s physical/mental status and/or tolerance to treatment.
• Completes medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate and timely manner, inclusive of daily documentation and charge entry using approved formats in compliance with state, federal and intermediary guidelines and in accordance with the facilities policies and procedures.
• Ensures that daily documentation is cosigned by supervising therapist.
• Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required for full time staff or as required by state regulations.

Additional Data

California Rehabilitation Institute a 138-bed facility offers patients a higher degree of excellence in medical rehabilitation. Each patient has their own room and receives our customized treatment plans based on their individual medical and therapy needs as they recover from:

• Brain Injury
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Stroke
• Amputation
• Neurological Disorders
• Orthopedic Conditions
• Multiple Traumas

Select Medical is an organization that is passionate about safety for our patients and our team members. The Inpatient Rehabilitation Division conducts post-offer employment testing (POET) for a number of job titles including, but not limited to:

• Rehabilitation Assistant/Nursing Assistant
• Nurse
• Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy
• Environmental Services

POETS are completed as part of the onboarding process-to be completed before an employee’s first day of work.

**Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.