Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Aviara Healthcare Center; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviara Healthcare Center in Encinitas, CA is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a full-time position. The role follows OT-directed treatment, with emphasis on documentation, patient and family education, and discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.

The ideal candidate holds an active CA COTA license, is proficient with Casamba or PointClickCare, and demonstrates strong communication and problem-solving skills within a healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the state of California.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems for patient records.
• Ability to read technical procedures and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient treatment as directed by the OT and per the physician's plan.
• Document daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and required evaluations.
• Assist nursing in training Restorative Aides and communicate patient progress with the team.
• Participate in in-service training and educate patients and families for discharge.
• Assist with discharge planning and maintain a clean, organized treatment area.
• Report equipment issues and foster professional relationships with staff and patients.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Documentation systems

Education

Licensed COTA (CA)

Tools

Casamba

PointClickCare

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Full time position available!

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide patient treatment as directed by the Occupational Therapist (OT) and in accordance with the physician's treatment plan.
• Document daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and required evaluations per OT Board regulations and payer requirements.
• Assist the nursing department in training Restorative Aides.
• Communicate patient progress, challenges, and plans with supervisors and healthcare team members.
• Participate in in-service training programs for facility staff.
• Educate patients, families, and nursing staff on maintenance programs and caregiver training for discharge preparation.
• Assist with discharge planning and ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the treatment area.
• Report any equipment issues to ensure proper maintenance.
• Foster positive and professional relationships with patients, families, staff, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the state.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in electronic documentation systems (e.g., Casamba, PointClickCare).
• Language Skills: Ability to read technical procedures, policies, and effectively communicate with managers, coworkers, and families.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply fractions, percentages, and proportions in practical applications.
• Reasoning Ability: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to follow written, oral, and visual instructions.

Pay Range

$35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Certifications & Licensure

• Active and good-standing Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state.
• Compliance with continuing education requirements per state regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Ability to lift/exert over 100 lbs occasionally, 50 lbs frequently, and 20 lbs constantly.
• Requires full range of vision, including depth perception and color differentiation.

Work Environment

• Low to moderate noise levels.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

This job description outlines key responsibilities and qualifications but is not exhaustive. Management reserves the right to modify duties as needed.

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.