Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

North Park Post-Acute; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Identity theft protection

Travel insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

North Park Post Acute in Tracy, California, is seeking a licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join a high-performing rehabilitation team. The role focuses on restoring independence and confidence in daily living within a collaborative Skilled Nursing environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) with match, life and disability coverage, EAP, identity theft protection, and travel insurance.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, active California Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Graduated from an accredited OTA program.
• Must have NBCOT certification as an OTA or be NBCOT-eligible.
• Current CPR/BLS certification; renew as required by policy.

Responsibilities

• Implement OT treatment plans under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Deliver interventions for ADLs, IADLs, neuromuscular and cognitive skills.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate findings to the supervising OT.
• Assist in data collection for progress notes and care planning.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs and safe equipment use.
• Aid in transfers, positioning, and use of therapy equipment.

Skills

CA COTA license

NBCOT exam completed

CPR/BLS certification

Excellent communication

Education

Accredited OTA program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) | Full-Time | Tracy, CA | $30 - $45/Hour

Make an Immediate Difference. Every Single Day.

North Park Post Acute is hiring a licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join a high-performing, mission-driven rehabilitation team in Tracy, California. If you are a clinician who finds purpose in helping residents restore independence and confidence in daily life within a collaborative Skilled Nursing environment, this is the role you have been looking for.

We are committed to the belief that every individual deserves the highest quality of life possible, and we are looking for a clinician who shares that commitment.

Our Mission:

We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.

Why Clinicians Choose North Park Post Acute

Compensation and Financial Security

• Hourly pay range: $30.00 to $45.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

Health and Wellness Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance — the company covers the majority of Medical HMO premiums, with buy-up plan options available
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Identity theft protection and travel insurance coverage

Work-Life Quality

• Paid Time Off encompassing vacation, sick leave, and observed holidays
• Flexible scheduling considered, including Part-Time and PRN arrangements for the right candidate
• BeneHub employee discount programs

Culture and Career

• A collaborative, supportive therapy team that genuinely invests in one another
• Meaningful, measurable impact on resident outcomes and quality of life across ADLs, IADLs, upper extremity function, fine motor skills, and cognitive retraining
• A stable, professionally managed environment aligned with federal, state, and local care standards
• A Tracy location in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, convenient to the greater Bay Area, Stockton, Modesto, and the broader Central Valley

The Role

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides skilled occupational therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, in accordance with California state law and professional standards of practice. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation, the Facility Administrator, and the supervising Occupational Therapist.

Core Responsibilities Include

• Implementing occupational therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Delivering skilled therapeutic interventions targeting ADLs, IADLs, neuromuscular re-education, upper extremity function, fine motor skills, cognitive retraining, and adaptive strategies
• Monitoring patient performance and response to intervention, reporting progress, barriers, or clinical concerns to the supervising OT in a timely manner
• Assisting in collecting data to support progress assessments and plan-of-care updates conducted by the Occupational Therapist
• Instructing patients and caregivers in home programs, adaptive strategies, and safe equipment use as delegated
• Assisting patients with transfer activities to all surfaces, donning and doffing of appliances, and positioning in parallel bars and therapeutic equipment

Physical requirements include the ability to assist with patient transfers, upper extremity positioning and therapeutic handling, lifting and repositioning patients with or without assistive devices, prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and stair navigation. The ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergency situations is also required.

What You Bring

• Current, active, and unrestricted Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license in the State of California
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program — required
• Successful completion of the NBCOT examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants — required
• Current CPR/BLS certification with AHA (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
• Ongoing compliance with continuing education requirements established by the California Occupational Therapy Board
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

North Park Post Acute is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or California law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources or your facility Administrator.

Employment with North Park Post Acute is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.

North Park Post Acute is located in Tracy, California, proudly serving the greater San Joaquin Valley and Tri-Valley community.