Occupational Therapist Assistant-COTA Part-Time

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.

Essential Duties and 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

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Skilled nursing or geriatric experience preferred but not required

Licensure & Certifications

• Current, active California Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in good standing
• Must meet all continuing education requirements per state regulations

Skills

• 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

Physical Demands

• 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
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Work Environment

• Skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting
• Noise level typically low to moderate
• One primary work location