COTA: Dynamic Rehab Team Role—Help Patients Thrive

Sweetwater Care; Anaconda (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Montana seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient rehab under guidance from an OT. You will record treatments and progress, assist in department duties, and participate in conferences to optimize care plans.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, teamwork, and communication with supervisors and health staff to ensure consistent patient progress and family education. Experience levels vary, with licensure as OTA required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant licensed to practice.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.
• Strong writing skills for documentation of care provided.

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

Empathy

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Licensed OTA

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Montana seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient rehab under guidance from an OT. You will record treatments and progress, assist in department duties, and participate in conferences to optimize care plans.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, teamwork, and communication with supervisors and health staff to ensure consistent patient progress and family education. Experience levels vary, with licensure as OTA required.