Full-Time COTA: Rehab Impact & Patient Independence

Westgate Gardens Care Center in; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. You will provide skilled therapies under supervision to residents, aiming to restore independence and functional abilities.

This role emphasizes collaboration with the Occupational Therapist, nursing staff, and the interdisciplinary team. The position pays $40-$45 per hour, BOE, and requires CA licensure with experience in skilled nursing or post-acute

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in California.
• Experience with EMR systems Casamba and/or PointClickCare preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapy treatments to residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Deliver therapy services per physician treatment plans and care plans.
• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per policy and payer requirements.
• Document recertifications and treatment modifications per facility policy and guidelines.
• Communicate resident progress and plans with the supervising OT and team.
• Assist nursing staff with training Restorative Aides as needed.
• Participate in discharge planning and caregiver education.
• Instruct families on maintenance programs for discharge.
• Participate in facility in-service training programs.
• Maintain treatment area cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading procedures

Time management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

CA COTA license

Tools

Casamba

PointClickCare

Job description

Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. You will provide skilled therapies under supervision to residents, aiming to restore independence and functional abilities.

This role emphasizes collaboration with the Occupational Therapist, nursing staff, and the interdisciplinary team. The position pays $40-$45 per hour, BOE, and requires CA licensure with experience in skilled nursing or post-acute