Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Description

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Welcome Therapy health professionals play a crucial role in the healthcare system, working alongside doctors and nurses to provide essential services. From Physical Therapists to Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, and beyond, Therapy HCR is dedicated to empowering you with the knowledge and resources needed for success in your Therapy health career.

Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Location: Walnut Creek, CA 94595

Job Types: 13 Weeks Contract/Full time

Salary: $40 to $45 hourly on W2

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team in Walnut Creek, CA. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide therapy services to patients, helping them improve their ability to perform daily activities. This role is essential for supporting the overall treatment plan and enhancing patient care outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Collecting, assessing, and recording required patient information such as medical history.
• Implementing treatment plans and helping patients perform therapeutic activities.
• Instructing patients and their families in the skills and techniques of a treatment program.
• Monitoring patients' performance and providing encouragement.
• Documenting patients' progress, attitudes, and behaviour.
• Maintaining accurate patient treatment records.
• Maintaining the work area and equipment and ordering supplies.
• Attending meetings to review treatments and patient progress.

Requirements:

• Graduate from an ACOTE accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• License or certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the relevant state.
• COVID Vaccination/ Health Documents/ License/ Physical.