COTA: Resident-Focused Occupational Therapy Assistant

PACS Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Occupational Therapist in resident care and rehabilitation activities. You will participate in treatment planning, assist with documentation, and ensure a safe, compliant clinical environment.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, educate residents and families, and help implement home programs, safety techniques, and discharge planning as directed by the OT.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Proficient in Net Health and Point Click Care data entry.
• Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, government, and payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
• Assist nursing with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicates with supervising OT to update physicians, nursing staff, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.

Skills

Computer skills

Documentation

Communication

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in OTA

Tools

Net Health

Point Click Care

Job description

PACS Group is seeking a Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Occupational Therapist in resident care and rehabilitation activities. You will participate in treatment planning, assist with documentation, and ensure a safe, compliant clinical environment.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, educate residents and families, and help implement home programs, safety techniques, and discharge planning as directed by the OT.