COTA

Hands Plus Physical Therapy; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Training & development

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Hands Plus Physical Therapy in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. You will implement OT plans, provide hands-on care to improve daily living and hand function, and document progress under supervision.

We value collaboration, ongoing education, and compassionate, patient-centered care in a supportive clinic environment. The role offers growth and a dynamic team setting in outpatient hand therapy.

Qualifications

• Active COTA licensure in California or eligibility.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• NBCOT certification in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years' experience preferred.
• Experience in outpatient orthopedic or hand therapy is a plus.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement OT treatment plans under supervision of an OT.
• Provide direct patient care to improve daily living skills and hand function.
• Document progress, notes, and goals promptly.
• Collaborate with OT and interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs.
• Maintain a safe, organized clinic environment.
• Participate in team meetings and continuing education.

Skills

Active California COTA license

NBCOT certification

Minimum 2 years experience

Patient-centered care

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Training & development
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

About the Role:

Hands Plus Physical Therapy is looking for a passionate and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing team in Santa Clarita, CA! This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while working alongside a supportive and skilled therapy team. If you're ready to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to a dynamic clinic environment, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Provide direct patient care focused on improving daily living skills, fine motor function, and upper extremity rehabilitation
• Document patient progress, treatment notes, and goal updates accurately and in a timely manner
• Collaborate with the OT and interdisciplinary team to adjust and progress patient care plans
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and adaptive strategies
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming therapy environment
• Participate in team meetings, continuing education, and clinic initiatives

Requirements:

• Active COTA licensure in the state of California (or eligibility to obtain)
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current NBCOT certification in good standing
• Experience in an outpatient orthopedic or hand therapy setting is a plus
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented clinic environment
• Minimum 2 years' experience

About Us:

Hands Plus Physical Therapy is a trusted specialty clinic in Santa Clarita, CA, dedicated to delivering exceptional rehabilitative care with a focus on hand, wrist, and upper extremity therapy. Our patients choose us for our personalized, results-driven approach and our commitment to getting them back to the activities they love. Our team thrives in a collaborative, supportive culture where clinical excellence and professional growth go hand in hand.