Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Rehab Care Pro

Ojai Health & Rehabilitation in; Ojai (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Ojai Health & Rehabilitation seeks a Licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role focuses on delivering resident-centered care, executing treatment plans, and maintaining accurate documentation.

The position offers direct patient care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, training of staff, and education for residents and families on home programs and safety.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into Net Health and Point Click Care.
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state.
• CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and Rehabilitation meetings, as needed.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicates with supervising occupational therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, and families.
• Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs.

Skills

Documentation

Infection control

Resident care

Team communication

Education

Associate Degree from an accredited COTA program

Job description

Ojai Health & Rehabilitation seeks a Licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role focuses on delivering resident-centered care, executing treatment plans, and maintaining accurate documentation.

The position offers direct patient care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, training of staff, and education for residents and families on home programs and safety.