Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at The Shores Post-Acute – SAN DIEGO, California

Located in the heart of sunny San Diego, The Shores Post Acute is a premier facility dedicated to providing personalized, top-tier care to our diverse community of residents. We’re proud to offer specialized programs tailored to meet the unique medical needs of each individual we serve. At The Shores, we believe that exceptional care begins with a dedicated team. Our compassionate and highly skilled professionals bring their unique talents and unwavering commitment to deliver the best care, every single day.

Why join us?

At The Shores, we provide a supportive work environment where you can gain valuable experience caring for a diverse patient population, while collaborating with compassionate colleagues who genuinely support each other. We recognize our team’s achievements to celebrate contributions to patient care and teamwork.

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant supports occupational therapists provide and occupational therapy treatments and procedures. The Occupational Therapist Assistant may, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments.

• Works with occupational therapists to plan, implement, and administer educational, vocational, and recreational programs to restore and enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments. Selects therapy activities to fit patients’ needs and capabilities. Observes and records patients’ progress, attitudes, and behavior, and maintains this information in client records.

• Communicates and collaborates with other health care professionals involved with the care of a patient.

• Instructs or assists in instructing patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment. Implements or assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans to help clients function independently.

• Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients. Aids patients in dressing and grooming.

• Assembles, cleans, and maintains equipment and materials for patient use.

• Alters treatment programs to obtain better results if treatment is not having the intended effect.

• Demonstrates therapy techniques such as manual and creative arts or games.

• Teaches patients how to deal constructively with their emotions.

• Transports patients to and from the occupational therapy work area.

• Attends care plan meetings to review patient progress and update care plans.

• Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, and documenting health insurance billings.

• Orders educational and treatment supplies.
  
  

Qualification:

• Associate’s Degree from an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Valid California COTA license in good standing, issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT)