COTA-Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-COTA Per Diem

Arvin Post Acute in; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) with match

PTO & paid holidays

Referral bonuses

Supportive team and leadership

Job summary

Arvin Post Acute in Arvin, CA is seeking a COTA to join the rehab team on a per diem basis. You will deliver patient treatments under licensed OT direction, document progress, and collaborate with therapy and nursing staff to support resident independence.

Qualifications include CA COTA license and CPR certification; prior skilled nursing/rehab experience is preferred. The role offers competitive pay ($40-$45/hr) and comprehensive benefits. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• CA license required for COTA.
• CPR certification required or ability to obtain.
• Skilled nursing/rehab experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient treatments under licensed OT direction.
• Accurately document care and progress.
• Communicate with therapy and nursing staff.
• Assist with caregiver training and discharge prep.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of treatment areas.
• Participate in training and staff in-services.

Skills

CA COTA license

CPR certified

Skilled nursing/rehab experience

Interpersonal/clinical skills

Job description

COTA-Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-COTA Per Diem (Healthcare)

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: Arvin Post Acute - Arvin, CA

Employment: Per diem

Pay: Range $40-$45

Overview: We're hiring a COTA to join our dynamic rehab team at Arvin Post Acute, a Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility just outside Bakersfield. Help our residents regain independence and function through meaningful therapy work in a compassionate environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient treatments under licensed OT direction


• Accurately document care and progress


• Communicate with therapy and nursing staff


• Assist with caregiver training and discharge prep


• Maintain safety and cleanliness of treatment areas


• Participate in training and staff in-services

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - California license


• CPR certified (or ability to obtain)


• Skilled nursing/rehab experience preferred


• Strong interpersonal and clinical skills

Benefits

• $45+/hr DOE


• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance


• 401(k) with match


• PTO & paid holidays


• Referral bonuses


• Supportive team and leadership

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.