COTA

1 Legacy, Inc; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in California. The role involves administering therapy services under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist, contributing to assessments, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates must hold a valid certification for California and should be able to assist in patient transfer and stand for extended periods. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing patients' quality of life.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for the State of California, or eligible.
• Ability to assist in transferring patients weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for 80% of an 8-hour shift.
• Adherence to state licensing guidelines and facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Administer occupational therapy services as directed by an Occupational Therapist.
• Determine patients’ needs for service in collaboration with an OTR/L.
• Contribute to the assessment process under the direction of an OTR/L.
• Provide patient services under the supervision of an OTR/L.
• Report observations of patient performance to the OTR/L.
• Maintain accurate patient/resident records as directed by the OTR/L.
• Recommend termination of patient services to the supervisor.
• Carry out assignments from the Director of Physical Therapy.
• Report any problems with equipment to the supervisor.
• Comply with California licensing guidelines and CMS standards.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Collaboration with OTR/L

Patient service provision

Record maintenance

Following supervision

Education

Licensed as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Skilled Nursing FacilityA leading provider of rehabilitation services for the elderly with many locations throughout the country. Our dedicated professionals are committed to enhancing our patient's quality of life with passion and integrity.

Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Job Summary

The Staff Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant administers occupational therapy services as directed by a registered Occupational Therapist; does not perform evaluations. Performs duties assigned by the Director of Rehab or staff therapist(s).

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Determine patients need for service in collaboration with an OTR/L.
• Contributes to the assessment process under the direction of an OTR/L. Provides information to the OTR/L for analysis.
• Assist the OTR/L in developing a treatment plan.
• Under the supervision of an OTR/L, the COTA provides patient services recommended by the OTR/L.
• Reports observations of patient’s performance and responses to services to the OTR/L.
• Maintains appropriate and accurate records on all patients/residents as directed by the OTR/L.
• Recommends termination of patient services to the supervisor.
• Carries out assignments given by the Director of Physical Therapy.
• Reports any problem areas/equipment within each facility to the appropriate supervisor immediately.
• Comply with the State Licensing Board of California, Title 22, CMS, and California Labor Board Guidelines.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, reach, or assist to transfer up to 50-100 lbs.
• Ability to stand and/or walk 80% of an 8 hr. shift.
• Visual and hearing acuity to perform job-related functions.

Licensure/Certification

Licensed as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for the State of California, or eligible.

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