Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

PACS Group; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO and holidays

Retirement plan

CE opportunities

Job summary

PACS Group is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join the Cypress Ridge Care Center therapy team in California. You will work under a licensed Occupational Therapist to support residents’ functional abilities and overall well-being.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, delivering activities to enhance ADLs and mobility, and educating residents and caregivers. Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team is essential in a supportive SNF setting.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in California.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative care team.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out individualized treatment plans as directed by the Occupational Therapist
• Provide therapeutic activities to improve ADLs, functional mobility, strength, and coordination
• Document resident progress in accordance with center policies and regulatory requirements
• Educate residents and caregivers on adaptive techniques and home programs
• Assist with training in the use of adaptive equipment
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident goals
• Maintain a safe, positive, and encouraging therapy environment

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

California OTA license

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Cypress Ridge Care CenterStarting Rate: $52-55 per hourStatus: Full-TimeLocation: Cypress Ridge Care CenterAbout UsCypress Ridge Care Center is committed to delivering compassionate, high‑quality care to our residents. Our rehabilitation team works collaboratively to help individuals regain independence, improve functional skills, and enhance quality of life.Position SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated and skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our therapy department. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the OTA will assist in implementing therapeutic interventions designed to promote residents’ functional abilities, independence, and overall well‑being.ResponsibilitiesCarry out individualized treatment plans as directed by the Occupational TherapistProvide therapeutic activities to improve ADLs, functional mobility, strength, and coordinationDocument resident progress in accordance with center policies and regulatory requirementsEducate residents and caregivers on adaptive techniques and home programsAssist with training in the use of adaptive equipmentCollaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident goalsMaintain a safe, positive, and encouraging therapy environmentQualificationsCurrent Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state of CaliforniaStrong interpersonal, communication, and patient‑care skillsAbility to work effectively within a collaborative care teamExperience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) preferred, but not requiredCompensation & BenefitsStarting rate: $52 per hourMedical, dental, and vision insurancePaid time off (PTO) and paid holidaysRetirement plan optionsContinuing education and professional development opportunitiesSupportive leadership and a positive team cultureWe 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.