Impactful Occupational Therapy Assistant: Help Patients Thrive

Reliant Management; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliant Management seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support an occupational therapy team in delivering skilled care. You will work under the supervision of a licensed OT to implement treatment plans for patients of all ages, promoting independence and improved quality of life.

The role emphasizes clear communication with patients, families, and the health team, accurate documentation, and ongoing professional development in clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification.
• NBCOT certification.
• State licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under the direction of a registered occupational therapist.
• Provides comprehensive, appropriate patient treatment in accordance with patient’s individual treatment plan as stipulated by supervising OT.
• Providing clear instruction to patients and families.
• Communicating with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and plans.
• Provide caregiver training to patients’ families, caregivers, or nursing staff.
• Demonstrating knowledge of appropriate resources for problem-solving and clinical best practice.
• Writes accurate, complete, and clear documentation in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payor, and accrediting requirements.
• Maintaining a current body of knowledge in areas of clinical expertise through seminars, professional journals, and peers.
• Meeting continuing education requirements of regulatory agencies.
• Contributes to building and maintaining a positive facility culture as a professional member of the staff.
• Demonstrates safe working practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Manager

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork & collaboration

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Instructional ability

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s degree in OT Aide program

BLS/CPR certification

NBCOT certification

Active state COTA licensure

Job description

Reliant Management seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support an occupational therapy team in delivering skilled care. You will work under the supervision of a licensed OT to implement treatment plans for patients of all ages, promoting independence and improved quality of life.

The role emphasizes clear communication with patients, families, and the health team, accurate documentation, and ongoing professional development in clinical practice.