Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (cota) - Palm Valley Post Acute

Aviara Healthcare Center

Palm Valley, California, USA
Onsite
Treat patients per physician plan
Record daily and weekly progress notes
Communicate with healthcare team
Aviara Healthcare Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to assist with patient care and treatment under the direction of a Staff Occupational Therapist in Palm Valley, California. The role involves direct patient interaction, documentation of treatments, and collaboration with healthcare teams, with a focus on improving patient outcomes

Job Summary

  • The Staff Occupational Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient related activities and direct patient care.
  • Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board and physician treatment plan.
  • Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.

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Aviara Healthcare Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to assist with patient care and treatment under the direction of a Staff Occupational Therapist in Palm Valley, California. The role involves direct patient interaction, documentation of treatments, and collaboration with healthcare teams, with a focus on improving patient outcomes.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Treat patients per physician plan
  • Record daily and weekly progress notes
  • Communicate with healthcare team
  • Instruct patient families and staff
  • Participate in discharge planning

Nice-to-have

  • Relate positively with patients and staff
  • Assist with training Restorative Aides
  • Participate in in-services training

Key Requirements

  • Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Proficient in computer skills (Casamba, Point Click Care)
  • Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals
  • Ability to apply mathematical concepts
  • Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions
  • Maintain license in good standing

Work Rights

Not specified

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