Occupational Therapist Assistants Job Description

Job DescriptionWomen’s Advantage / Men’s Optimal Health Physical Therapy is a specialty pelvic health clinic that has been in the South Bay Beach Cities south of Los Angeles for over 20 years and is growing rapidly. We are ready to add 1 full time Occupational Therapist Assistant (licensed COTA) to our team in Torrance asap. We also will be looking to add to our clinical team in Long Beach in the next 6-12 months. Mentorship is available.

We are looking for a COTA to work hand in hand with a pelvic health OT, assisting with core training, functional training and utilizing pilates and/or TRX for strength improvements.

Our main clinic, located in Torrance, just moved into a new expanded space (5200 sq. ft. with 12 private treatment rooms) and we also have a satellite clinic in Long Beach.

We treat all genders for pelvic health challenges, pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunctions, as well as some oncology rehab and a little general ortho. We also offer cash Pilates classes to clients during or after their physical therapy plan of care. We are insurance based practice with 45 min sessions one on one with the PT or PTA, and do not utilize aides.

We were approved and accredited for a 12 month pelvic health physical therapy residency program in 2020/21, and just graduated our first resident, with a second resident who started on Nov 1, 2021.

We are very focused on education and evidence based medicine, and in 2021 have hosted 14 satellite courses for Herman Wallace Pelvic Rehab Institute, with more coming in 2022. Our Director of Physical Therapy, Dr Jenni Gabelsberg, has been on HW faculty for 16 years and teaches the pelvic series and the OB series. All experienced staff have the opportunity to TA these satellite courses and we are open to staff developing subspecialty programs within our company.
Our Core Values are:
Rise by Lifting OthersRelentless CuriosityAdapt and Thrive Conscious CommunicationCultivate Community Embody Self-Care
If these sound like characteristics that are important to you too, and you demonstrate these traits on a daily basis, we would love to meet you!
Required:California COTA license (but open to someone applying who is already licensed in another state who is interested in moving to California) Pilates training and/or other strong exercise background
Recommended:1+ years experience Experience/training in Pilates mat and reformer and/or TRX
Check out our website for more information about our current staff and company.
www.womensadvantagept.com

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.SUMMARYA certified occupational therapist assistant (COTA) works under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist to assist with a patient's treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.• Conducts resident screens (without interpretation) as allowed by state practice act.• Collaborates with the Occupational Therapist on the POC and follows the treatment plan laid out by the Occupational Therapist.• The COTA will assist, administer, instruct and monitor patients, in learning functional skills.• Records resident's progress for use by the occupational therapist:• Provides training to residents, caregivers and families according to the resident's care plan.• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations. ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS• Associates Degree from a AOTA accredited program• Licensed COTA if required by state law SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESn/aPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTShift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, see, talk and hear. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.OTHER REQUIREMENTSParticipates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident's protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. Agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.
Our Service Standards:

+ Sincere Appreciation...for everyone

+ Hearing Needs...and responding quickly

+ Caring Approach...in everything we do

+ Managing Situations...for positive outcomes

COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement of employment for certain key positions. Accommodation requests for disabilities/religious reasons will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

+ Cert OT Asst

About the Company: Renewal Rehab provides contract therapy services in partnership with nursing homes, rehab centers, long term care living and assisted living communities. We offer a variety of partnership options for nursing homes. From basic therapy services to full contract services to hybrid services, Renewal Rehab can adjust the service model to fit the needs of your patients and your entire healthcare facility. We are currently recruiting for Occupational Therapist Assistants (OTAs) to join our growing team!

+ Verifies client information by interviewing client; reviewing and/or recording medical history; confirming purpose of treatment.

+ Helps clients improve their quality of life by helping them compensate for limitations, such as, helping injured workers improve their motor skills and re-enter the labor force, and teaching persons with learning disabilities to prepare meals or to use public transportation and increase their independence,

+ Follows treatment plan developed in collaboration with occupational therapist by teaching techniques, such as, the proper method of moving from a bed into a wheelchair, and the best ways to stretch and limber muscles; monitoring activities to make sure they are performed correctly; providing encouragement, bringing treatment that is not having the intended effect to the attention of the therapist

+ Maintains patient occupational therapy records by recording client's progress for use by the occupational therapist.
+ Generates revenues by recording billing information of services rendered.

+ Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.

+ Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.

+ Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

+ Serves and protects the occupational therapy practice by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards.

+ Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

+ Enhances occupational therapy practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Skills and Qualifications:

Documentation Skills, Scheduling, Verbal Communication, Patient Services, Health Care Administration, Hospital Environment, Teamwork, Use of Medical Technologies, Bedside Manner, Dependability, Health Promotion and Maintenance