Dynamic OTA: Post-Acute Rehab Therapist

Heritage Manor Care; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Manor Care administers occupational therapy services in a post-acute care setting, seeking a dedicated OTA to work under supervision of an OTR and in accordance with state/federal guidelines.

The role includes documenting daily notes, assisting with progress notes and reports, coordinating with the rehab team, and staying current with licensure and CPR requirements. Excellent communication with patients and families is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts in Occupational Therapy Assistant is required.
• Licensure as required by State guidelines.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy services established by the Occupational Therapist (OTR) in the patient Plan of Care.
• Provides therapy services under supervision of an OTR as determined by the Registered Therapist and in compliance with State and Federal guidelines.
• Consults with OTR regarding changes in treatment or condition in a timely manner.
• Completes documentation including daily notes and assists the OTR to create progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports as needed.
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other team members.
• Participates in continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Licensure compliance

Education

Associate of Arts in Occupational Therapy Assistant

State licensure requirements

CPR certification

Job description

Heritage Manor Care administers occupational therapy services in a post-acute care setting, seeking a dedicated OTA to work under supervision of an OTR and in accordance with state/federal guidelines.

The role includes documenting daily notes, assisting with progress notes and reports, coordinating with the rehab team, and staying current with licensure and CPR requirements. Excellent communication with patients and families is essential.