OT Assistant: Rehab Team Impact & Patient Care

Sweetwater Care; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care seeks a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient rehabilitation under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. You will document treatments, assist in therapy sessions, and keep a clean, efficient treatment area.

You will participate in care conferences, communicate progress with the health team, and help families understand the maintenance program. The role welcomes therapists at all experience levels and prioritizes teamwork, accurate documentation, and

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant required
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.

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

Rehabilitation process

Interpersonal communication

Documentation

Therapy practice

Credibility integrity

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Sweetwater Care seeks a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant to support patient rehabilitation under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. You will document treatments, assist in therapy sessions, and keep a clean, efficient treatment area.

You will participate in care conferences, communicate progress with the health team, and help families understand the maintenance program. The role welcomes therapists at all experience levels and prioritizes teamwork, accurate documentation, and