Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA (PRN, Full Time, Part Time)

EVERGREEN CARE CENTER; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefit

Job summary

Evergreen Care Center in Fresno, CA is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our in-house Therapy Team. You will work under an OT, document treatments, and support patient care in a close-knit, supportive environment.

We offer a full-time, part-time, or PRN schedule with flexible options, health insurance, PTO, and retirement benefits. You will collaborate with the IDT, participate in conferences, and help maintain a clean, efficient treatment area.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant with current credentials.
• Must be able to document patient care per facility guidelines.
• Demonstrates empathy and effective communication with patients and families.

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.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation/writing

Team player

Rehabilitation knowledge

Credibility and integrity

Patient care teamwork

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Evergreen Care Center 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