Occupational Therapist Assistant-COTA Part-Time

Location: Garden City Health Care Center – Modesto, CA

Status: Part-Time

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility | Short-Term Rehabilitation

About the role

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) assists the Occupational Therapist in providing patient-centered therapy services, carrying out treatment plans, and documenting resident progress in accordance with physician orders, state practice acts, and facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist and physician-approved plan of care
• Provide direct patient care to improve functional independence and quality of life
• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes in accordance with OT Board and payer requirements
• Communicate resident progress, challenges, and plans with the rehab and interdisciplinary teams
• Assist with discharge planning and caregiver education
• Instruct residents, families, and nursing staff on maintenance programs and safety techniques
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides as needed
• Participate in rehab meetings, care conferences, and in-services as assigned
• Assist with cleaning, maintenance, and organization of the therapy treatment area
• Report equipment issues promptly to ensure safe operation
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, and staff

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current, active California Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in good standing
• Must meet all continuing education requirements per state regulations
• Skilled nursing or geriatric experience preferred but not required

Skills

• Proficient in electronic documentation systems (Casamba and PointClickCare preferred)
• Strong communication, time management, and clinical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or balancing
• Visual abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

• Skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting
• Noise level typically low to moderate
• One primary work location

Pay

$40.00 – $45.00 per hour (BOE)