COTA

1 Legacy, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility in San Jose, CA, is seeking an experienced Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join their team. The COTA will implement treatment plans, maintain documentation, and instruct patients and families under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program and have California licensure. This role emphasizes patient care in a compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards.
• Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• California State License/registration is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans established by the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintain appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Instruct patients, families, and other caregivers in occupational therapy techniques.

Skills

Patient care skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

State License/registration in California

CPR and basic lifesaving skills certification

Job description

A great Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) is looking for an experienced, hard-working Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join their growing team in San Jose, CA

The COTA works under the direction of an Occupational Therapists. Completes documentation according to established procedures. Is involved in support duties as assigned. Contributes to professional development of self and others. Enhances interdisciplinary team through professional skills and knowledge.

Job Description

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist, including application of therapeutic techniques in such areas as cognitive skills, muscle strength, coordination, endurance, mobility, perceptual abilities, sensory awareness, sitting and standing tolerance, balance, activities of daily living, joint protection, work simplification, orientation and physical agent modalities.
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards.
• Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.State License/registration in California
• CPR and basic lifesaving skills certification

Additional Information

For more information regarding this position please contact Teuila Palm at 951-251-0997