COTA: Resident-Centered OT Care with Flexible Schedules

PACS Group; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan options

Continuing education support

Employee wellness and assistance 프로그램

Job summary

PACS Group in Santa Cruz is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our therapy team at Santa Cruz Post Acute. We provide resident-centered care in a supportive skilled nursing environment with flexible Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN schedules.

The COTA will work under supervision of an Occupational Therapist to enhance residents’ functional abilities and independence, documenting progress and coordinating care with the broader team.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in the state of California.
• Graduate of an accredited COTA program.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.
• Prior SNF experience preferred but new grads are welcome to apply!

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment interventions as outlined in the resident’s individualized OT plan of care.
• Assist in implementing therapeutic programs to improve ADLs, mobility, strength, coordination, and cognitive function.
• Document daily treatment notes, progress updates, and resident responses according to facility and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with the occupational therapist, therapy staff, nursing team, and other interdisciplinary members to support resident goals.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapeutic exercises, safety techniques, and functional strategies.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Documentation skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited COTA program

Job description

PACS Group in Santa Cruz is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our therapy team at Santa Cruz Post Acute. We provide resident-centered care in a supportive skilled nursing environment with flexible Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN schedules.

The COTA will work under supervision of an Occupational Therapist to enhance residents’ functional abilities and independence, documenting progress and coordinating care with the broader team.