COTA (PRN, Full Time, Part Time)

ROLLING HILLS CARE CENTER; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefit

Job summary

Sweetwater Care and Rehab is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our in-house therapy team. You will work under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, document treatments, and help maintain an efficient, patient-centered rehab department.

The position welcomes therapists at all experience levels, with opportunities to participate in care conferences, staff training, and patient/family education. Enjoy a collaborative atmosphere and a focus on quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed OTA with current license.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.
• Strong writing and communication skills required.

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

Team player

Documentation skills

Rehabilitation knowledge

Care coordination

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Sweetwater Care and Rehab has openings to join an in-house Therapy Team!

What Sets Us Apart

We are an in-house, close-knit therapy team who addresses patient needs and collaborates well with our IDT. Enjoy a fun work atmosphere, a diverse patient population, and the opportunity to create and implement the programs that will best serve the needs of your patients. Our team has a family feel and all members are appreciated, seen, and heard.

Job Type:

Full-time

Part-time

PRN

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement benefit

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