Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Ridgeway Post Acute; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Interdisciplinary team

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Ridgeway Post Acute in Petaluma, CA is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehab team. The role supports therapists in delivering personalized treatment, helping residents regain function and independence in a resident-centered setting.

You will document progress, communicate with residents and families, and participate in an interdisciplinary team committed to quality care.

Qualifications

• Active California COTA license.
• Positive attitude and passion for helping others.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred (but not required).

Responsibilities

• Assist Occupational Therapists in delivering individualized treatment plans.
• Help residents improve functional independence and quality of life.
• Accurately document progress and outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members.
• Promote a positive, encouraging therapy experience.

Skills

Licensed California COTA

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Job description

Now Hiring: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants(COTA)Location: Ridgeway Post Acute – Petaluma, CAPay: from $40-$50/hr (DOE)Status: Full TimeAre you a motivated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) looking to make a real impact in patients’ lives? Join the exceptional rehab team at Ridgeway Post Acute, where teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence come together every day.Our facility provides short-term rehabilitation and long-term care in a supportive, resident-centered environment. You’ll work alongside an experienced rehab team dedicated to helping residents regain function, independence, and confidence.What We OfferCompetitive pay: $40-$50/hr, based on experienceSupportive, collaborative therapy departmentStrong interdisciplinary supportOpportunities for professional growth and continuing educationYour ResponsibilitiesAssist Occupational Therapists in delivering individualized treatment plansHelp residents improve functional independence and quality of lifeAccurately document progress and outcomesCommunicate effectively with residents, families, and team membersPromote a positive, encouraging therapy experience What We’re Looking ForActive California COTA licensePositive attitude and passion for helping othersExcellent communication and teamwork skillsExperience in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred (but not required)At Ridgeway Post Acute, we believe great care starts with great people. Come be part of a team that values your talent and commitment to quality care.Apply today and join the Ridgeway family!We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.