COTA - Part Time - Sunset Villa Post Acute

Sunset Villa Post Acute; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their team in a supportive environment. In this role, you will treat patients according to prescribed plans, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care. Your expertise will contribute to the training of restorative aides and the development of maintenance programs for patients. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while working alongside a skilled team in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant by the State.
• Proficient in computer skills, including data entry into programs.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Record daily treatment notes and assist with discharge planning.

Skills

Computer Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Description

Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist. Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board. Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans. Participate in in-service training programs for other staff in the facility. Record evaluations, treatment notes, progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements. Record treatment changes per policy and procedures. Instruct patients' families or nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. Participate in discharge planning. Assist with cleaning and maintenance of the treatment area. Report any problems with department equipment to ensure it is maintained in good working order. Maintain positive, effective, and appropriate relationships with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

This position is not supervisory.

Qualifications

1. Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant by the State.
2. Proficient in computer skills, including data entry into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
3. Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
4. Ability to apply concepts like fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
5. Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
6. Maintain a license in good standing with the state board, meeting continuing education requirements.

Physical Demands

Requires standing, walking, sitting, reaching, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, tasting, smelling, and exerting force (up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly). Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Good vision, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, with the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Work typically occurs in a low to moderate noise environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

Management may reassign duties as needed. The described responsibilities are not exhaustive and may change due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.