Licensed COTA – Skilled Nursing Rehab (Full-Time)

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

Job summary

Westgate Gardens Care Center in Visalia, CA is seeking a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. You will work under a licensed OT to provide direct patient care and help residents regain independence and improve functional abilities.

You will document treatment notes, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and participate in discharge planning and caregiver education. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapy treatments to residents as directed by the OT.
• Record daily treatment notes and progress notes per policy.
• Assist with discharge planning and caregiver education.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Reading medical procedures

Education

California COTA license

Tools

Casamba

PointClickCare

Job description

Westgate Gardens Care Center in Visalia, CA is seeking a Full-Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team. You will work under a licensed OT to provide direct patient care and help residents regain independence and improve functional abilities.

You will document treatment notes, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and participate in discharge planning and caregiver education. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.