Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (cota)

Eastbaypostacute

Treat patients per physician treatment plan
Record daily and weekly progress notes
Communicate with health team members
The Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient-related activities and direct patient care

Job Summary

  • The Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient-related activities and direct patient care.
  • Employees must record evaluations, daily treatment notes, and weekly progress notes per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act requirements.
  • The role involves instructing patient families and nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge.

Matching Summary

The Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Staff Occupational Therapist with patient-related activities and direct patient care.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Treat patients per physician treatment plan
  • Record daily and weekly progress notes
  • Communicate with health team members
  • Instruct families on maintenance programs
  • Participate in discharge planning activities

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to relate positively with patients
  • Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
  • Willingness to assist nursing department training
  • Effective presentation of information to staff

Key Requirements

  • Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state
  • Maintain license in good standing with state board
  • Meet continuing education requirements per state practices

Work Rights

Not specified

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