Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), SNF

HiredFirst; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

HiredFirst in Stockton, CA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a skilled nursing facility. The position supports travel, permanent, or travel-to-perm arrangements and offers flexibility for a quick start.

ASAP start with salary up to $1,800 weekly and an anticipated 13+ week contract. You’ll collaborate with OTs, nursing, and rehab teams, implement treatment plans, document progress, and help residents regain ADLs.

Qualifications

• Current COTA license in the state of California.
• Associate’s or higher degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Ability to follow OT treatment plans and assist with interventions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills for interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Accurate documentation and time management skills.
• Commitment to following facility policies and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with evaluations and implement OT treatment plans.
• Provide therapy to improve residents’ ADLs and functional mobility.
• Support interventions for orthopedic, neurological, and post-acute conditions.
• Teach adaptive techniques and proper use of assistive devices.
• Collaborate with OTs, nursing, and rehab teams on care goals.
• Document therapy sessions, progress, and daily notes accurately.
• Monitor resident responses and report outcomes to supervising OT.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s or higher degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

COTA - Skilled Nursing Facility | Travel OR Permanent

We are honored to collaborate with healthcare professionals whose skill and compassion strengthen communities nationwide. The work you do matters, and we are proud to support those who deliver critical care every single day.

Our commitment is fueled by purpose, accountability, and a deep respect for the professionals we serve. We are dedicated to helping you navigate meaningful career opportunities that recognize your expertise and position you for continued growth and impact.

We have an opening for one Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) at a skilled nursing facility in Stockton, CA.

This position is available for an ASAP start and open to Travel, Perm, OR Travel-to-Perm candidates!

Details of the role:

Anticipated start date: Flexible

Salary range: Up to $1,800 weekly

Anticipated duration of contract: 13+ weeks

Contract type: Travel, Permanent, or Travel-to-Perm

Clinical Duties:

Assist with evaluations and implement OT treatment plans.

Provide therapy to improve residents’ ADLs and functional mobility.

Support interventions for orthopedic, neurological, and post-acute conditions.

Teach adaptive techniques and proper use of assistive devices.

Collaborate with OTs, nursing, and rehab teams on care goals.

Document therapy sessions, progress, and daily notes accurately.

Monitor resident responses and report outcomes to supervising OT.

Requirements:

Current COTA license in the state of California.

Associate’s or higher degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.

Ability to follow OT treatment plans and assist with interventions.

Strong communication and teamwork skills for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Accurate documentation and time management skills.

Commitment to following facility policies and state regulations.