Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Ridgecrest Health & Rehab is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our wonderful team!

About us: Ridgecrest Health & Rehab is tucked into a quiet and relaxing community. Ridgecrest provides top of the line care and rehabilitation services, designed around our guests' needs. Through personalized care plans our guests experience quality care in a close-knit community.

While working here, you will enjoy:
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance. Your well-being is important, and we value it.
• Paid time off. Because as much as you love your job, we want you to also love having time to be you.
• A 401K retirement plan. You're our company's future; let us help you take care of yours.
• Continuing education credits. Life, learning, and education are our top priorities.
• Supportive management, cohesive work environment and many different career paths to help you achieve your professional goals

Summary of the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA):
Provides quality rehabilitation care to residents under the direct supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist as outlined in the plan of care in accordance with laws, regulations, and Facility guidelines.

Job Requirements ofCertified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA):
• Current COTA(Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant)License
• Current CPR
• At least one (1) experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of theCertified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA):
• Implement and execute established patient treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.
• Communicate with patience, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.
• Provide timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
• Develop and enhance clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional association.
• Provide timely written documentation as required.
• Support and participate in department operations and development.
• Report any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.
• Prepare and submit patient charges accurately to access appropriate billing information.
• Coordinate treatment goals with other team members.