COTA Therapist: Restore Independence in a Caring Team

Palms Nursing Center; Chowchilla (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Palms Care Center in Chowchilla, California seeks a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our therapy team. Under the supervision of an licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help residents regain independence and improve daily living activities in a warm, team-focused setting.

The ideal candidate has a California COTA license and graduation from an accredited OTA program, with strong communication skills and a commitment to resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current California COTA license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Skilled nursing facility experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic activities and exercises to improve function and independence.
• Monitor resident progress and communicate outcomes to the therapy team.
• Document treatments and resident responses accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate residents and families on therapy goals and interventions.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and facility standards.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Resident-centered care

Compassionate care

Education

California COTA license

Accredited OTA program

Job description

Palms Care Center in Chowchilla, California seeks a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our therapy team. Under the supervision of an licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help residents regain independence and improve daily living activities in a warm, team-focused setting.

The ideal candidate has a California COTA license and graduation from an accredited OTA program, with strong communication skills and a commitment to resident-centered care.