Occupational Therapist Assistant-COTA Part-Time
About The Position
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Part-Time Location: Garden City Health Care Center – Modesto, CA Pay Range: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour (BOE) Status: Part-Time Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility | Short-Term Rehabilitation Join Our Therapy Team Garden City Health Care Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team on a part-time basis. This role is ideal for a COTA who is passionate about helping residents maximize independence and quality of life in a skilled nursing and rehab setting. General Purpose The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) assists the Occupational Therapist in providing patient-centered therapy services, carrying out treatment plans, and documenting resident progress in accordance with physician orders, state practice acts, and facility policies.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Current, active California Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in good standing
- Must meet all continuing education requirements per state regulations
- Proficient in electronic documentation systems (Casamba and PointClickCare preferred)
- Strong communication, time management, and clinical skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently
- Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or balancing
- Visual abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception
Nice To Haves
- Skilled nursing or geriatric experience preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Treat residents as directed by the Occupational Therapist and physician-approved plan of care
- Provide direct patient care to improve functional independence and quality of life
- Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes in accordance with OT Board and payer requirements
- Communicate resident progress, challenges, and plans with the rehab and interdisciplinary teams
- Assist with discharge planning and caregiver education
- Instruct residents, families, and nursing staff on maintenance programs and safety techniques
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides as needed
- Participate in rehab meetings, care conferences, and in-services as assigned
- Assist with cleaning, maintenance, and organization of the therapy treatment area
- Report equipment issues promptly to ensure safe operation
- Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, and staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
