What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), In-house position at Mission Park Healthcare Center?
Mission Park Healthcare is actively seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant to join the in-house rehab team in Santa Barbara, CA! Apply today!
Mission Terrace is Santa Barbara's best choice for orthopedic, cardiothoracic, trauma, and neurosurgeons for the unparalleled optimal recovery of their post-operative patients. Our physician-led interdisciplinary rehabilitation team is comprised of physical, occupational and speech therapists who work together to achieve residents’ independent return home, or one that requires substantially less assistance.
The Staff Therapist Assistant performs patient care and patient related activities as directed by the Staff Therapist.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Treat patients as directed by licensed therapist.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients and team members.
- Consistently attends work and provides appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off
- Maintains productivity standard as determined by supervisor and clinical needs.
- Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
- Treat patients according to treatment plan.
- Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines.
- Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines.
- Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative / home programs as directed by staff therapist.
- Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed.
- Participate in in-service training program for other staff at the facility.
- Participate in facility performance improvement programs
- Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department.
- Perform other duties as required or directed
- Screen patients based upon identified need per State Practice Act.
- Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department