CONTRACT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT) needed Temp to Hire!

Sweetwater Care; Fowler (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a busy rehabilitation team. You will apply directed occupational therapy under supervision, document treatments, and support a high standard of patient care within the facility.

The role emphasizes collaboration with therapists, nursing staff, and families to implement maintenance programs, track progress, and participate in conferences. It welcomes therapists at all experience levels and values integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.
• Excellent writing and documentation skills.

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.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Therapy knowledge

Team player

Integrity

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

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