Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) needed for SNF in Porterville, CA!

Sweetwater Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Bakersfield, California, is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to support therapy services under an OT. The role involves documenting treatments, participating in patient care conferences, and assisting with staff training in a busy rehabilitation department.

You will communicate patient progress with the health team, help maintain treatment areas, and educate families on maintenance programs.

Qualifications

• Licensed OTA with current licensure.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.
• Strong writing and documentation skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and adhere to facility documentation guidelines.
• Record treatments and progress notes in the medical record.
• Assist in maintaining department operations and cleanliness of the treatment area.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences to coordinate plans.
• Communicate with supervisor and health team regarding patient progress and plans.
• Assist with training and support for other staff in the facility.
• Record treatment charges per facility policy.
• Instruct patients' families or nursing staff in maintenance programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Team player

Communication

Therapy knowledge

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

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

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