COTA: Rehab Team Player Driving Patient Progress

Sweetwater Care; Colorado; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Colorado seeks a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient rehabilitation under OT supervision. You will document progress, participate in care conferences, and assist with maintaining the department.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, collaboration with health team members, and involvement in training staff and educating families about maintenance programs.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure required.
• 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

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Documentation writing

Therapy knowledge

Credibility and integrity

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Colorado seeks a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient rehabilitation under OT supervision. You will document progress, participate in care conferences, and assist with maintaining the department.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, collaboration with health team members, and involvement in training staff and educating families about maintenance programs.