COTA: Hands-On Occupational Therapy Assistant

MedCadre; California; On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCadre is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide skilled therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will help patients improve independence, strength, coordination, mobility, and daily living activities through individualized interventions.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, educating patients and caregivers, documenting progress, supporting equipment use, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current and active state COTA license or certification.
• Previous clinical or rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work effectively under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic activities to improve strength, coordination, mobility, and daily living skills.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and functional tasks.
• Monitor patient response and progress during treatment.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and home programs.
• Assist with adaptive equipment and techniques to promote independence.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate patient progress and concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
• Follow patient safety, infection-control, and clinical standards.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree (OTA)

Job description

MedCadre is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide skilled therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will help patients improve independence, strength, coordination, mobility, and daily living activities through individualized interventions.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, educating patients and caregivers, documenting progress, supporting equipment use, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe,