Occupational Therapist Assistant — Rehab & Discharge Support

Mariner Healthcare; San Pablo (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Referral Bonuses

Sign-on Bonus Available

Job summary

Vale Healthcare Center is hiring an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) to join our caring team in California. Salaries range from $85,280 to $104,000 per year, with a sign-on bonus available and a favorable PTO/referral bonus program.

The OTA will work within a defined plan of care, perform tests and measurements, and participate in an interdisciplinary team to support residents’ functional recovery and safe discharges.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred; new graduates welcomed.
• Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant issued by the state of California.
• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy is required/preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Administers treatment to patients with problems related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems.
• Administers tests and measurements for muscle strength, coordination, range of motion, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
• Provides direct clinical treatment in accordance with an established plan of care.
• Participates in an interdisciplinary team of clinicians.
• Assists the patient with tools and treatments for specific patient needs.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
• Conducts simulated and/or actual home assessments to ensure discharge of residents to a safe environment, along with the OT/PT as needed.

Skills

Clinical experience

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Vale Healthcare Center is hiring an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) to join our caring team in California. Salaries range from $85,280 to $104,000 per year, with a sign-on bonus available and a favorable PTO/referral bonus program.

The OTA will work within a defined plan of care, perform tests and measurements, and participate in an interdisciplinary team to support residents’ functional recovery and safe discharges.