COTA PRN: Geriatric Rehab & Daily Impact

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PRN pay

Supportive leadership and rehab team

Career stability with positive culture

Referral program

Educational and professional devopment

Job summary

Bakersfield Post Acute in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for PRN/per diem coverage. The role provides direct patient care under a licensed OT, focusing on improving daily living activities and documenting progress.

New grads welcome. Competitive PRN pay and a supportive rehab team in an inpatient skilled nursing/short-term rehab setting. Immediate availability.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Licensed California COTA in good standing.
• Contemporary CE requirements per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment to residents under supervision of OT.
• Implement individualized treatment plans per physician orders.
• Document daily treatment notes and progress per standards.
• Communicate resident progress with OT and rehab team.
• Assist with discharge planning and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Educate residents and families on therapeutic activities.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Occupational Therapy Assistant program

California COTA license

Tools

NetHealth

PointClickCare

Job description

Bakersfield Post Acute in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for PRN/per diem coverage. The role provides direct patient care under a licensed OT, focusing on improving daily living activities and documenting progress.

New grads welcome. Competitive PRN pay and a supportive rehab team in an inpatient skilled nursing/short-term rehab setting. Immediate availability.