Cert Occupational Therapy Asst

Sonoma Specialty Hospital•Sebastopol, CA

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides services to patients under the direction and responsibility of an Occupational Therapist (OT). The role is part-time, with 8-hour shifts 2–3 times per week, in the Rehabilitation Department, and reports to the Rehabilitation Supervisor. The position is non-exempt. The COTA plans and implements treatment programs in conjunction with the OT and physician, assists with exercise programs, monitors patient progress, communicates status and program needs, and documents care. The role also supports patient education, continuity of care, department operations, safety, and program development, and performs other relevant tasks as directed by the OT.

Requirements

Current certification by the California Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy.
Current AHA-compliant BLS certification.
At least 3 years of recent experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, patients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rates and percentages.
Ability to solve practical problems involving multiple variables where limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement treatment programs in conjunction with the OT and physician.
Assist the OT with exercise programs.
Maintain ongoing communication with the treating therapist and, as appropriate, the physician regarding patient status, progress, and program plans.
Recognize when programs need modification based on patient performance and notify the treating therapist immediately.
Provide clear, concise, and accurate patient instruction.
Produce written and verbal documentation concisely, accurately, and in a timely manner.
Implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and assist in providing continuity of care.
Instruct and counsel patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
Maintain a timely work schedule and accept patient care loads as designated or required by the department's total workload.
Submit charges consistent with department standards.
Adhere to safety precautions and all policies and procedures in the policy and procedure manual.
Maintain inventory and stock department supplies, patient handouts, and evaluation forms; advise of needed supplies.
Communicate effectively with department personnel and outside personnel.
Participate constructively in departmental meetings and contribute to program development.
Attend designated continuing education and training and seek additional education and training to maintain required skills and knowledge and support personal job satisfaction.
Participate in off-site and community programs as appropriate or required.
Perform relevant tasks as directed by the OT.