Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Skilled Nursing Facility

Herman Healthcare Center; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 71,635; Full time

Job summary

Herman Healthcare Center, a respected provider of skilled nursing and long‑term care in California, invites applications for a Full-Time and Part-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. You will implement treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with therapists to enhance ADLs, cognition, and mobility.

A CA OTA license and CPR/First Aid are required. You will work in a supportive, patient-centered environment with opportunities for growth and professional development within a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility as an OTA.
• Graduate of an approved OTA curriculum.
• Licensure as an OTA from the California Board of Occupational Therapy and an active license.
• Current/active CPR/First Aid.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, psychology, sociology, kinesiology, or health science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements and executes established patient treatment plans under supervision.
• Documents per facility requirements for licensing, certification, and reimbursement.
• Communicates with patients, families, and staff about treatment variations.
• Monitors patient progress and modifies plans as directed.
• Assists in implementing activities to improve ADLs, IADLs, cognitive function, and independence.
• Reinforces education on adaptive techniques and safety strategies.
• Assists in training self-care activities and functional mobility.
• Ensures safety and regulatory compliance of interventions.
• Maintains clean, organized therapy areas and equipment.
• Gathers information for progress reports and discharge planning.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Medicare knowledge

Patient communication

Documentation

Safety awareness

Education

OTA curriculum graduate

California OTA license

CPR/First Aid certification

Bachelor’s degree (Biology/Psychology/Kinesiology/Health Science)

Job description

Voted one of the best companies to work for by Modern Healthcare Magazine:

Herman Healthcare Center is an award winning family company providing healthcare services including skilled nursing, assisted living and senior living communities.

We believe that seniors are extraordinary people. Their lives are filled with achievements, contributions and wisdom. They have raised families, served their communities and country, lived history and ultimately set the stage for us. We are honored to provide their care, as they make the transition to the golden years, and when it becomes more challenging to care for one’s self. From a short-term rehabilitation stay to long term nursing care, each of our clinical programs are designed to reduce hospitalizations so our patients can focus on achieving their individual care plan goals whether it’s returning home or staying with us for our long term care needs.

Our commitment to superior quality of life is evident when you visit our family of centers. At our care center you will meet compassionate and professional team members who understand that finding the right skilled nursing setting and long-term care option could be difficult and confusing and are wanting to make a difference by providing the utmost care to genuinely help our patients and the community around them. If this sounds like a great fit for you, we would love to have you join our wonderful team!

Compensation & Benefits:

• As a growing and essential company, we have many opportunities for growth and development within the medical industry and are committed to providing the resources and training you need.
• Pay is market competitive and negotiable based on your experience.
• Full-time employees will be eligible for a variety of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Full-time employees will be eligible for Tuition Assistance.
• 401K.

The anticipated pay range for candidates who will work in California is $45.00 to $52.00 hourly. The offered pay to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience within the job, years of experience within the required industry, education, etc.

We are looking for a Full-Time and Part-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, flexible on shift.

Responsibilities:

• Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a therapist.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements, and physician treatment plan.
• Communicates with patients, families, and other clinical staff about treatment variations.
• Observes, monitors, and reports patient progress, functional abilities, and tolerance to occupational therapy interventions to the supervising therapist to support appropriate modification of the treatment plan.
• Assists in implementing therapeutic activities designed to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), cognitive function, coordination, strength, and independence.
• Reinforces patient and family education as directed by the supervising occupational therapist regarding adaptive techniques, safety strategies, and use of assistive devices.
• Assists patients with training in self-care activities including dressing, grooming, toileting, bathing, feeding, and functional mobility in accordance with the established treatment plan.
• Ensures therapy interventions are delivered safely and in accordance with physician orders, occupational therapy plans of care, and regulatory standards.
• Maintains awareness of patient precautions, contraindications, and safety considerations prior to initiating therapy interventions.
• Assists in training patients in the use of adaptive equipment, orthotics, splints, or assistive devices as directed by the supervising occupational therapist.
• Assists with fabrication, adjustment, and monitoring of splints or adaptive equipment as directed by the supervising therapist.
• Reinforces therapeutic exercise programs, fine motor activities, coordination training, and cognitive stimulation interventions as outlined in the treatment plan.
• Ensures therapy treatment areas and equipment are maintained in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Assists in preparing and maintaining therapy equipment and treatment supplies necessary to support therapy services.
• Assists supervising therapist in gathering clinical information necessary for therapy progress reports, recertifications, and discharge planning.
• Monitors therapy schedules and patient attendance to ensure therapy services are delivered as ordered.
• Maintains productivity and service delivery standards established by the rehabilitation department and facility.
• Direct the preparation, scheduling, and selection of instructional material, equipment, and training aids, to ensure that a modern, meaningful in-service program is provided.
• Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) curriculum.
• Licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) from the California Board of Occupational Therapy and a
• Current/active Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) license.
• Current and active CPR/1st Aid (to be maintained as active and in good standing).
• Must possess a working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, psychology, sociology, kinesiology, or health science preferred, but not necessary.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability, and per the Fair Chance Ordinance will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the ordinance.