Occupational Therapist Assistant-COTA Full-Time

Garden City Healthcare Center; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Garden City Health Care Center in Modesto, CA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a full-time, on-site role in a skilled nursing facility. You will support the OT with treatment plans, document evaluations, and participate in discharge planning to enhance residents’ independence and quality of life.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited OTA program with CA COTA licensure; geriatric experience is preferred and ongoing CE credits are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Licensed as a California COTA in good standing.
• Geriatric or skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Maintain required continuing education credits.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising OT with patient care and treatment implementation.
• Follow physician orders and treatment plans; document evaluations and progress notes.
• Record daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertification documents as required.
• Communicate resident progress and plans with the OT and interdisciplinary team.
• Assist in training Restorative Aides and participate in in-service meetings.
• Educate residents and families on maintenance and discharge planning.
• Contribute to discharge planning and transition of care processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe treatment area and report equipment issues.

Skills

Electronic documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Accredited OTA program

Tools

Casamba

PointClickCare

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-TimeGarden City Health Care CenterLocation: Modesto, CAPay Range: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour (DOE)Status: Full-TimeSetting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)Join Our Therapy Team at Garden City Health Care CenterGarden 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 PurposeThe 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 ResponsibilitiesTreat residents as directed by the supervising Occupational TherapistImplement treatment plans according to physician ordersRecord evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertification documentation per OT Board, facility policy, and payer requirementsCommunicate resident progress, problems, and plans with the supervising OT and interdisciplinary teamAssist nursing staff with training of Restorative Aides as appropriateParticipate in in-service training programs and care conferencesEducate residents, families, and caregivers on maintenance programs and discharge planningParticipate in discharge planning and transition of careMaintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment areaReport equipment issues to ensure safe and effective operationMaintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, and staffSupervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no supervisory responsibilitiesQualificationsEducation & ExperienceGraduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant programSkilled nursing or geriatric experience preferredLicensure & CertificationsCurrent, active California Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) licenseMust meet all continuing education requirementsMust maintain license in good standing with the State BoardSkillsProficient in electronic documentation systems (Casamba and PointClickCare preferred)Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a collaborative rehab teamPhysical DemandsFrequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pullingAbility to exert up to 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionallyOccasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawlingVisual abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perceptionReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functionsWork EnvironmentSkilled nursing and rehabilitation environmentNoise level typically low to moderateReasonable accommodations availableAdditional InformationThis 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.