Occupational Therapist Assistant-COTA Full-Time

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Full-Time

Garden City Health Care Center
Location: Modesto, CA
Pay Range: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour (DOE)
Status: Full-Time
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Join Our Therapy Team at Garden City Health Care Center

Garden 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 Purpose

The 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 Responsibilities


* Treat residents as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist


* Implement treatment plans according to physician orders


* Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertification documentation per OT Board, facility policy, and payer requirements


* Communicate resident progress, problems, and plans with the supervising OT and interdisciplinary team


* Assist nursing staff with training of Restorative Aides as appropriate


* Participate in in-service training programs and care conferences


* Educate residents, families, and caregivers on maintenance programs and discharge planning


* Participate in discharge planning and transition of care


* Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment area


* Report equipment issues to ensure safe and effective operation


* Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, families, and staff

Supervisory Responsibilities


* This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications

Education & Experience


* Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program


* Skilled nursing or geriatric experience preferred

Licensure & Certifications


* Current, active California Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license


* Must meet all continuing education requirements


* Must maintain license in good standing with the State Board

Skills


* Proficient in electronic documentation systems (Casamba and PointClickCare preferred)


* Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills


* Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative rehab team

Physical Demands


* Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling


* Ability to exert up to 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally


* Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling


* Visual abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception


* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual...