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<b>Job title:</b> Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA &#8211; Full-time &#8211; Millbrae Skilled Care &#8211; Millbrae, CA<br />
<br /><b>Company:</b> Therapy Specialists</p>
<p><b>Job description</b>: Therapy Specialists: A New Life HealthPRO-Heritage Company has a wonderful Full-Time opportunity for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to work at a beautiful resort-style Senior Living Community in Stockton, CA that provides a caring environment for Skilled Nursing, as well as other long-term and short-term care needs. The Skilled Nursing Facility is a 100-bed facility located on a lush and expansive campus in the heart of Central Valley. Our multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team also provides Outpatient Services to residents of the Independent living and Assisted living campus.</p>
<p> The team is a cohesive and fun group of therapists that collaborate well together to provide evidence-based patient centered care aimed to achieve the individual&#8217;s maximum functional level so that they may enjoy life&#8217;s activities that are most meaningful to them! The Full-Time COTA position will be predominately in Skilled Nursing with floating to campus-based outpatient services to residents in Assisted and Independent Living on an as needed basis.</p>
<p> At HealthPro Heritage we hire people who share our vision, who work diligently and provide the kind of care that will help change patient&#8217;s lives for the better. As an Associate, your dedication and commitment deserve respect and recognition. If you&#8217;re looking for a career and straightforward and realistic &#8216;care&#8217; expectations, maybe it&#8217;s time to look at our company.</p>
<p> The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (C.O.T.A.) is a skilled technical worker who performs direct resident care activities under the clinical supervision of the Occupational Therapist.</p>
<p><b>Responsibilities</b></p>
<p> 1. Provide occupational therapy treatments to residents according to treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.</p>
<p> 2. Assist the Occupational Therapist when performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.</p>
<p> 3. Observe, record and report to the therapist the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.</p>
<p> 4. Maintain daily records of treatments and document progress notes on residents as directed by the therapist.</p>
<p> 5. Assist with admission screening.</p>
<p> 6. Assist the therapist in consulting with family members, physicians and other health care professionals, as appropriate.</p>
<p> 7. Assist with the care of the occupational therapy department and equipment.</p>
<p> 8. Assist the Occupational Therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned by the Occupational Therapist.</p>
<p> 9. Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical currency.</p>
<p> 10. Act in compliance with Heritage Healthcare&#8217;s regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.</p>
<p> 11. Attend and participate in, or provide information for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident progress, problems or needs.</p>
<p> 12. Adhere to company and facility policies and procedures and participate in facility quality improvement and safety programs.</p>
<p> 13. Perform other duties, as assigned.</p>
<p> 14. Understand reimbursement by various payers and allocates therapy resources efficiently in accordance with resident goals and outcomes related to discharge destination.</p>
<p> 15. Demonstrate a knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination, and third party reimbursement guidelines.</p>
<p> 16. Support the company&#8217;s commitment to Compassionate Care; projects a professional image to foster confidence in the rehab. Program.</p>
<p> 17. Perform duties in an independent manner and recognizes situations where direct supervision is needed; willingly helping others.</p>
<p> 18. Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at your particular facility/facilities.</p>
<p><b>Qualifications</b></p>
<p> 1. Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy Assistant program.</p>
<p> 2. Current license or eligible for license under statutes in the state of practice.</p>
<p> 3. Prefer experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population served by this facility.</p>
<p> 4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</p>
<p> 5. Ability to understand and follow the directions of the Occupational Therapist and the policies and procedures of the facility.</p>
<p> 6. Ability to complete the following activities safely, and at times, for prolonged periods:</p>
<ul>
<li>Standing: Maintaining an upright position on the feet, especially for prolonged periods of time</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Pushing: Applying pressure and exerting force against an object for the purpose of moving it forward or away from the source of the force &#8211; push or pull force up to 35 lbs.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Lifting: Raising an object from a lower to a higher position, or moving an object laterally, from position to position-Required to lift up to 50 lbs of force independently. May be required to lift over 50 lbs with assistance of another person or a mechanical lift</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Stooping: Bending the body forward and down from the waist, hips and knees, sometimes for a prolonged length of time. -Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction away from the body</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or moving surfaces</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Expected salary</b>:<br />
<br /><b>Location</b>: Millbrae, CA<br />
<br /><b>Job date</b>: Wed, 11 Oct 2023 02:10:14 GMT</p>
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