Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Sweetwater Care; Williams (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Williams, California is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant for a full-time position in our therapy team. You will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to treat patients, document progress, and participate in care conferences.

The role emphasizes collaboration within an interdisciplinary team, ongoing training, and maintaining a clean, organized treatment area while communicating patient progress and plans.

Qualifications

• This position requires a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant in good standing.
• Must demonstrate strong writing and documentation abilities.
• Experience or familiarity with rehabilitation therapy practice is preferred.

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

Empathy in patient care

Interpersonal communication

Documentation/writing

Therapy practice knowledge

Integrity

Team player / collaboration

Adaptability in rehab setting

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

JOIN OUR GROWING THERAPY TEAM!!!

What Sets Us Apart

We are a 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

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