Occupational Therapist Assistant-COTA Full-Time

PACS; Garden City (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Garden City Health Care Center is seeking a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehab team in Modesto, CA. This full-time role supports the OT with direct patient care, documentation, and coordination of care under physician orders.

The candidate should graduate from an accredited OTA program, hold a California COTA license, and have strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach in a skilled nursing setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Geriatric experience preferred.
• Current California COTA license and ongoing CE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist with patient care and treatment plans.
• Record evaluations, daily and weekly notes, and recertification documentation.
• Communicate patient progress with the OT and care team.
• Educate residents and families on maintenance and discharge planning.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized treatment area.

Skills

Casamba

PointClickCare

Communication

Education

OTA program graduate

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time

Garden City Health Care Center
Location: Modesto, CA
Pay Range: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour (DOE)
Status: Full-Time
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Join Our Therapy Team at Garden City Health Care Center

Garden City Health Care Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our dedicated rehabilitation team. Whether you are an experienced clinician or a newer graduate, we offer a supportive, collaborative environment where your work truly makes a difference in residents’ independence and quality of life.

General Purpose

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) assists the Occupational Therapist with patient-related activities and provides direct patient care in accordance with physician orders, treatment plans, and applicable regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist

• Implement treatment plans according to physician orders

• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertification documentation per OT Board, facility policy, and payer requirements

• Communicate resident progress, problems, and plans with the supervising OT and interdisciplinary team

• Assist nursing staff with training of Restorative Aides as appropriate

• Participate in in-service training programs and care conferences

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on maintenance programs and discharge planning

• Participate in discharge planning and transition of care

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment area

• Report equipment issues to ensure safe and effective operation

• Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, and staff

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

• Skilled nursing or geriatric experience preferred

Licensure & Certifications

• Current, active California Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license

• Must meet all continuing education requirements

• Must maintain license in good standing with the State Board

Skills

• Proficient in electronic documentation systems ( Casamba and PointClickCare preferred )

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative rehab team

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling

• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally

• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

• Visual abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Work Environment

• Skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment

• Noise level typically low to moderate

• Reasonable accommodations available

Additional Information

This job description does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. The duties listed describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be exhaustive.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.