COTA Full-Time

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Full-Time

Kern River Transitional Care Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team on a Full-Time basis .

This position works under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide skilled treatment that helps residents improve independence, safety, mobility, and participation in daily activities.
Compensation

Pay Range: $50.00-$52.00 per hour, based on experience
General Purpose

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Occupational Therapist with resident-related activities and provides direct resident care in accordance with established treatment plans, facility policies, and applicable regulatory standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Provide occupational therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.


* Follow established plans of care and report resident progress, concerns, and changes in condition.


* Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.


* Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.


* Participate in resident care conferences, rehabilitation meetings, and interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.


* Assist the nursing department with training and education for Restorative Nursing Assistants.


* Communicate regularly with the supervising Occupational Therapist regarding resident progress, treatment goals, physician updates, discharge planning, and changes in condition.


* Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, residents, families, and caregivers.


* Provide in-service training and education to facility staff as needed.


* Educate residents, families, and caregivers regarding treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall-prevention strategies.


* Recommend and assist with obtaining durable medical equipment and adaptive devices to improve resident independence with activities of daily living.


* Assist with adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, grab bars, and other recommended equipment.


* Maintain the confidentiality of resident, employee, and company information.


* Report damaged or malfunctioning rehabilitation equipment so it can be repaired or removed from service.


* Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and rehabilitation program development.


* Establish positive and professional relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and professional colleagues.


* Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervising Occupational Therapist or Director of Rehabilitation.

Qualifications
Education and Experience


* Associate degree from an a...