Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Rehab Clinician

Edmonds Post Acute; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Edmonds Post Acute in Edmonds, WA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering quality patient care within a long-term care setting.

You will implement treatment plans, document per requirements, collaborate with the care team, maintain licensure, and participate in ongoing professional development and HIPAA compliance. This full-time role emphasizes strong communication and compassionate patient interaction in a dynamic rehab department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum and in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.
• Full knowledge of resident’s rights.
• Current, active license as Physical Therapist, able to practice unencumbered.
• CPR Certification, as required for license renewal.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.
• Able to work on multiple tasks at the same time.
• Must be able to read, analyse and interpret common scientific and technical information and communicate effectively in English.
• Must have exceptional communication and customer service skills, and be empathetic.

Responsibilities

• Implement and execute established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a therapist.
• Communicate with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
• Provide timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
• Develop and enhance clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Provide timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements and physician treatment plan.
• Support and participate in department operations and development.
• Report any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.
• Prepare and submit patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.
• Provide patient screens upon admission by identifying appropriate interventions for treatment.
• Use professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients and others at all times.
• Achieve quality patient care through interdisciplinary co‑op, teamwork and effective communication.
• Attend required meetings as designated by the Clinical Coordinator.
• Effectively communicate with Therapists concerning patient response to treatment plan; provide constructive feedback to rehab techs.
• Attend in‑services, training sessions or other educational presentations.
• Coordinate treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintain valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.
• Maintain awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Teamwork

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Education

Graduate Degree

Job description

Edmonds Post Acute in Edmonds, WA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering quality patient care within a long-term care setting.

You will implement treatment plans, document per requirements, collaborate with the care team, maintain licensure, and participate in ongoing professional development and HIPAA compliance. This full-time role emphasizes strong communication and compassionate patient interaction in a dynamic rehab department.