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Amergis COTA for PACE Clinic - $37 an hour - Full Time in Modesto, California
At Amergis Healthcare Staffing we are passionate about connecting people to work that matters while filling critical staffing needs so patients never go without care.
Our Client is in search of full time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for their PACE clinic.
This is a great opportunity for anyone that is looking to build their resume or start their career as a OT Assistant. Our client manages 40 clinics in the Central Valley and is looking for a great candidate that is interested in being a part of their continued growth.
Read the details below and send over your resume for consideration.
DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES
Demonstrates effective communication and problem solving skills.
Executes occupation therapy programs tailored to each participant’s needs.
Encourages participation in tasks and therapies designed to restore, reinforce and enhance independence and productivity following illness or injury.
Serves the center’s geriatric population consisting of PACE participants to help them remain independent and continue to live safely in the community.
Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist implements individualized and group occupational therapy treatments for patients enrolled in PACE and accessing day services.
Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist implements the individualized plan of care to decrease or eliminate disability, increase or maintain capability for independence, and develop function to a Amergisum level.
Makes recommendations to modify treatments as needed. Ensure that the individual plan of care is being followed.
Guide patients and caregivers in the use of adaptive devices and therapeutic, creative and self-care activities for improving function.
Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment and makes recommendations to modify goals as necessary.
Record and sign treatments in the patient's health record.
Ensure services provided are in a therapeutic setting conducive to restoring dignity and self-esteem to all patients.
Assists the Occupational Therapist to ensure that required equipment and supplies for the occupational therapy program are available or ordered as needed.
Keeps abreast of all regulations and standards to ensure compliance with orders or directives issued by duly constituted government/regulatory agencies (PACE, CMS, DHCS, etc)
Provide services at participants’ home as needed or requested Participate in training programs for staff and caregivers.
Maintain and follow established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Attend meetings as required and participate on committees as directed.
Able to perform MAX A transfers.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested to assist with daily Rehab operations.
Interdisciplinary care team (IDT) & Care Planning: Participates as a member of the IDT; assists with the care planning process in ordination with the IDT; includes the participant/family/care giver in process; makes referrals to interdisciplinary support services; participates in IDT initial and semiannual assessments; communicates participant changes to IDT.
Observes each participant for any change in physical, mental, emotional and social functioning and shall report such changes to the Interdisciplinary Team.
Other projects and duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Valid CA Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and vehicle insurance.
Demonstrates clinical competency with geriatric population.
Only acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice.
Meet a standardized set of competencies for the specific position description established by Central Valley PACE and approved by CMS before working independently.
EDUCATION
High school diploma or equivalent.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in California.
OTHER DETAILS
Location - Merced, CA
Facility Type - PACE Clinic
Schedule - Mon-Fri 8a-5p
Pay - Start at $37 an hour for newly experienced
Assignment Type - Temporary to Direct Hire.
NEXT STEPS
If you'd like to be considered for this position, please submit your resume and we will give you a call to set up a phone interview.
Looking forward to meeting you!
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.