Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA

Gilroy Healthcare Center; Morgan Hill (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hiring/retention bonuses

Paid training and orientation

CEU assistance for eligible full-time

Job summary

Morgan Hill Healthcare Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to deliver therapy services under supervision of an OT. You will help residents achieve functional independence and improve quality of life in a supportive rehabilitation setting.

Responsibilities include implementing therapy plans, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote resident engagement and safe activities of daily living.

Qualifications

• Active California COTA license in good standing.
• Associate degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Experience in skilled nursing or rehabilitation settings preferred; new graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapy plans under OT supervision.
• Document resident progress.
• Assist in adaptive equipment training and activities of daily living.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Support resident engagement and participation in therapy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in COTA

Job description

Join Our Therapy and Rehabilitation Team!

Morgan Hill Healthcare Center - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA

Address: 530 W Dunne Ave, Morgan Hill, CA 95037, USA

Be Part of Our Team:Full-Time; Part-Time; PRN; Per Diem

Pay Ranges:$48.00 - $55.00 per hour(Based on Experience)

Why This Role Matters

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant toassistin delivering occupational therapy services under the supervision of an OT. This role focuses on helping residents achieve functional independence and improve quality of life.

Reporting:This position reports directly to the Occupational Therapist and collaborates with the rehabilitation team and interdisciplinary staff.Whether you are anexperienced therapist or a new graduate, you will find a respectful environment that supports learning, confidence, and meaningful teamwork.

Role Overview

• Implement therapy plans under OT supervision
• Document resident progress
• Assistin adaptive equipment training and activities of daily living
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team
• Support resident engagement and participation in therapy

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Active California COTA license in good standing
• Associate degree from an accredited COTA program
• Experience in skilled nursing or rehabilitation settings preferred, but new graduates and newly licensed assistants are welcome to apply.
• Knowledge of PDPM and basic documentation standards
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Compassionate, patient, and committed to resident-centered care
• Physical ability to safelyassistresidents with mobility and therapeutic exercises

What We Offer(Terms and Conditions Apply)

• Competitive salary
• Hiring, retention, and referral bonus programs
• Paid training and paid orientation
• Licensure renewal and continuing education unit (CEU)assistancefor eligible full-time therapists
• Supportive leadership team with ongoing clinical mentorship
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative, patient-centered team culture
• Optional PRN or on-call opportunities at nearby facilities, based on availability and operational needs
• Additionalbenefits available based on employment status and eligibility

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Morgan Hill Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing and therapy center located in the heart of sunny Morgan Hill, California. Surrounded by peaceful residential neighborhoods and scenic foothills, our center offers both short-term treatment and long-term care in a warm, supportive environment.
When you enter Morgan Hill Healthcare Center, you step into a community built on compassion, respect, and clinical excellence. Our dedicated team of nurses, therapists, and caregivers is committed to meeting the medical, emotional, and personal needs of every resident. Working closely with families and physicians, we provide individualized care plans that promote recovery, comfort, and quality of life.