About this opportunity
Riverbank Post-Acute lists this Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) opportunity in riverbank, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) and make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate care to those in need.
Riverbank Post Acute is a 99-bed Medicare and Medi-Cal certified skilled nursing facility and is one of the newest additions to the American Specialty Management group based in Modesto, California.
WHY JOIN US?
Riverbank Post-Acute center offers more than just exceptional medical care; it provides a supportive and compassionate environment that promotes a holistic environment. Our commitment extends beyond physical well-being - we understand the emotional and psychological aspects, and our dedicated team is here to provide the encouragement and guidance you need during this journey.
The Occupational Therapy Assistant will help Occupational Therapists provide therapeutic assessments and intervention, plan, implement, and administer educational, vocational, and recreational programs to restore and enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments.
Responsibilities:
Selects therapy activities to fit patients' needs and capabilities. Observes and records patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintains this information in client records.
Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient.
Instructs patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients like dressing and grooming.
Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use.
Alters treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect.
Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games.
Teaches patients how to deal constructively with their emotions.
Transports patients to and from the occupational therapy work area.
Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, and documenting health insurance billings.
Orders educational and treatment supplies.
QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION: Graduate of program accredited by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
EXPERIENCE:
With Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Experience is Preferred
With Skilled Nursing Experience is Preferred
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Certification to practice Occupational Therapy Assistant Role
Benefits: Paid sick leave
PTO
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Healthcare insurance
Life insurance
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
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Worksite address
riverbank, CA, 95367, US
Who can apply
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