Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

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*The Vineyards Healthcare Center* is a skilled nursing facility located at 76 Fenton Street, Livermore, California. It offers 24-hour Medicare-certified care in an 83-bed facility near downtown Livermore. It has received high-performing ratings in both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care from the U.S. News & World Report. The center is committed to providing individualized, holistic care through warm and meaningful interactions, aiming to help residents achieve their best outcomes and ensure their comfort is a top priority.

Location: 76 Fenton Street, Livermore 94550

The *Occupational Therapy Assistant *will help Occupational Therapists provide therapeutic assessments and intervention, 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 patients and families in home programs, basic living skills, and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
* Evaluates daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally or emotionally disabled clients like 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.
* Performs clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, collecting data, and documenting health insurance billings.
* Orders educational and treatment supplies.

*QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:*

* *EDUCATION: *Graduate of program accredited by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
* *EXPERIENCE:*
* With Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Experience is Preferred
* With Skilled Nursing Experience is Preferred
* *LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: *Certification to practice Occupational Therapy Assistant Role

*BENEFITS:*

* Paid sick leave
* PTO
* Dental
* Vision
* 401(k)
* Healthcare insurance
* Life insurance

_We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law._

Job Types: Part-time, PRN, Per diem

Pay: $42.00 – $48.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

License/Certification:
* Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)

Ability to Commute:
* Livermore, CA 94550 (Required)

Work Location: In person
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