Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC

Centra Healthcare Solutions; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a SNF/LTC setting in San Jose, CA. The role is a direct hire, full‑time position with day shifts. Responsibilities include assisting in rehabilitation plans, monitoring progress, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Required qualifications include an Associate degree or certificate, current state licensure as a COTA, and CPR certification. Prior experience is preferred but new grads are considered.

Qualifications

• Must have earned either an Associate degree from an accredited school or a certificate from a community, technical or vocational college.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA or in process for licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed with an occupational therapist.
• Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers with regards to age, level of understanding and emotional status.
• Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to meet patients' goals.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans as directed.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to achieve patient goals.

Skills

CPR certification

Clinical reasoning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient rehabilitation activities

Learning needs assessment

Education

Associate degree or certificate

Job description

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC
Job Details: City : San Jose State : CA
Weekly Pay Range: -192.44 - -226.40

A great Hospital is looking for an experienced or newly graduated Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA to join their growing team!

• This is a direct hire / 'perm' position.
• Days schedule.
• This role assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission and critical goals of the organization into their job performance.

Requirements include:

• Must have earned either an Associates degree from an accredited school or a certificate from either a community, technical or vocational college.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant/ COTA or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA.
• Current CPR certification.
• Assist patients with rehabilitative activities and exercises outlined in a treatment plan developed in collaboration with an occupational therapist.
• Assess the learning needs and capabilities of patients and caregivers with regards to age, level of understanding and emotional status.
• Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning in treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of patient's progress.
• Effectively collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to meet patients goals.

About Centra:

Centra Healthcare`s mission is to provide unparalleled service enabling professionals to concentrate on caring for America. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Full Time Permanent Position within Centra's Network:

• We have an expanded list of preferred clientele that have requested confidential searches that you may not be able to find on the general job boards advertisement.
• You will have a designated Strategic Search Consultant that will get to know your ideal career and work exclusively with you.
• We will assist with the entire negotiation process, including but not limited to sign on and / or retention bonus opportunities and ensure a highly competitive compensation package.