Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Santa Barbara, CA

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Looking for rewarding work in an organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others? Bring your commitment to a team-based workplace that puts people first.

• Administer occupational therapy treatment to program participants according to a program plan developed by a licensed occupational therapist.
• Assure all program participants receive scheduled occupational therapy treatments; document therapy sessions.
• Perform active, passive, and/or resistive therapeutic exercises, utilizing general therapy principles with program participants.
• Demonstrate knowledge of indications and contra-indications of healing modalities and techniques.
• Fabricate appropriate splints under instruction of occupational therapist and instruct program participants in splint wear and care.
• Train program participants in homebound and community level, including endurance training.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of occupational therapy equipment and therapeutic exercise treatments.
• Confer with staff members and other health care members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment program; participate in treatment planning with trans-disciplinary team as requested.
• Adhere to ethics of confidentiality.
• Take inventory of current occupational therapy equipment and confer with department regarding status and future needs; request supplies as needed.
• Maintain or check daily billing logs for program participants.
• Follow daily scheduling patterns, communicate with staff, and adjust schedules as needed for flexibility.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and graduate of an accredited COTA program with A.A.S. in O.T.
• Licensed as COTA/L in California.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-task.

Why Join Us?

• Complex work adding value to the organization's mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

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Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.