COTA contract available in Central Valley Temp to Hire

Sweetwater Care; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care seeks a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitation programs in a busy facility in Tulare.

You will document treatments, report patient progress to therapists, and collaborate with the health team while helping families understand maintenance programs.

This role emphasizes compassionate patient care, adherence to guidelines, and active participation in conferences and quality improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• OTA license or eligibility is required.
• This position is open to therapists at all experience levels.

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

Interpersonal communication

Documentation writing

Therapy practice knowledge

Team player

Positive attitude

Credibility and 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