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Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of others? At Compassionate Care, we believe our employees are the heart of everything we do. We foster a supportive, respectful, and team-oriented environment where professionals can grow, feel valued, and make a lasting impact.
$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!
($2,500 upon successful completion of 90 days and $2,500 upon successful completion of one year.)
Established in 2003, Compassionate Care provides Home Health, Hospice, and In-Home Care services throughout California. With six office locations in Fresno, Visalia, Modesto, Merced, San Luis Obispo, and Bakersfield, we proudly serve ten counties and continue to grow.
Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Service Area: San Luis Obispo County and surrounding territories
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
The COTA provides occupational therapy services under the supervision and direction of a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), in accordance with the established plan of care and applicable regulations. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with patient evaluations of functional abilities, mobility, endurance, self-care, and home safety as delegated by the supervising OT.
- Helping patients develop or regain skills needed for daily living activities following illness or injury.
- Implementing treatment plans and goals established by the supervising OT.
- Monitoring patient responses and progress toward established goals and reporting changes in condition.
- Maintaining accurate clinical records, treatment notes, and required documentation.
- Communicating and coordinating care with the supervising OT and other members of the healthcare team.
- Identifying additional patient and caregiver needs and assisting with appropriate referrals.
- Educating patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans and therapeutic techniques.
- Participating in case conferences, in-service training, and other required clinical meetings.
- Maintaining ongoing communication with the supervising OT, with supervision documented at least every 30 days.
Additional related duties may be assigned as needed.
Position Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Current certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Active California Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license.
- Minimum of one year of clinical experience as a COTA.
- Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle meeting company requirements.
Join a team where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.
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