Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC - Contract

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Direct deposit

CEU Reimbursement

Housing accommodations

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant / COTA for a contract assignment in Modesto, California, supporting a SNF/LTC setting.

This position welcomes experienced or newly graduated OTA/COTA professionals who will apply rehabilitative strategies under supervision and collaborate with a therapy team. You will assess patient learning needs and progress, implement treatment plans, and demonstrate strong clinical reasoning while maintaining accountability to

Qualifications

• Must have an OTA credential and license current or in process.
• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises per treatment plan.
• Assess learning needs of patients and caregivers.
• Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning and progress monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.
• Follow treatment plans developed by an occupational therapist.
• Implement and monitor patient progress and adjust activities as needed.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient rehabilitation

Caregiver assessment

Education

Associate degree

Certificate from community/technical/vocational college

Job description

A great SNF / LTC is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA to join their growing team for a contract assignment! This is a contract position. Days schedule. This role assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission and critical goals of the organization into their job performance.

Requirements include:

• Must have earned either an Associates degree from an accredited school or a certificate from either a community, technical or vocational college.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant/ COTA or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA.
• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers with regards to age, level of understanding and emotional status.
• Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of patient's progress.
• Effectively collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to meet patients goals.

About Centra:

Centra Healthcare's mission is to provide unparalleled service enabling professionals to concentrate on caring for America. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra:

• Highly competitive pay rates
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• CEU Reimbursement
• A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States
• High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan
• License and medical reimbursement
• Housing accommodations
• Assignment completion bonuses