Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA

Fowler Care Center; Fowler (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefit

Job summary

Sweetwater Care and Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join an in-house therapy team in California. You will work under an OT to treat patients, document care, and participate in conferences, with a focus on quality rehabilitation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and integrity as you support patient progress and family education in a busy rehab setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant
• This position is open to therapists at all experience levels.

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 the 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 facility policy and procedures.
• Instruct patients' families or nursing staff in maintenance programs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Strong writing skills

Team player

Credibility & integrity

Positive attitude

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Sweetwater Care and Rehab has openings to join an in-house Therapy Team!

What Sets Us Apart

We are an in-house, close-knit therapy team who addresses patient needs and collaborates well with our IDT. Enjoy a fun work atmosphere, a diverse patient population, and the opportunity to create and implement the programs that will best serve the needs of your patients. Our team has a family feel and all members are appreciated, seen, and heard.

Job Type:

Full-time/ Part-time/ PRN

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Retirement benefit

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