COTA Full-Time

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time Kern River Transitional Care Center

is seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team on a Full-Time basis. This position works under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide skilled treatment that helps residents improve independence, safety, mobility, and participation in daily activities.

Compensation Pay Range: $46-$48 per hour, based on experience

General Purpose The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Occupational Therapist with resident-related activities and provides direct resident care in accordance with established treatment plans, facility policies, and applicable regulatory standards.

• Provide occupational therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Follow established plans of care and report resident progress, concerns, and changes in condition.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Participate in resident care conferences, rehabilitation meetings, and interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.
• Assist the nursing department with training and education for Restorative Nursing Assistants.
• Communicate regularly with the supervising Occupational Therapist regarding resident progress, treatment goals, physician updates, discharge planning, and changes in condition.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, residents, families, and caregivers.
• Provide in-service training and education to facility staff as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers regarding treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall-prevention strategies.
• Recommend and assist with obtaining durable medical equipment and adaptive devices to improve resident independence with activities of daily living.
• Assist with adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, grab bars, and other recommended equipment.
• Maintain the confidentiality of resident, employee, and company information.
• Report damaged or malfunctioning rehabilitation equipment so it can be repaired or removed from service.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and rehabilitation program development.
• Establish positive and professional relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and professional colleagues.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervising Occupational Therapist or Director of Rehabilitation.

• Education and Experience Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Previous experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute care preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation and healthcare software.
• Experience with Net Health and Point Click Care  preferred.
• Licensure and Certifications Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the State of California.
• License must remain active and in good standing with the applicable state licensing board.
• Must meet all state continuing education requirements.
• Current CPR certification, if required by licensure or facility policy.
• Additional certifications may be required based on facility needs.

• Ability to read and understand technical procedures, treatment plans, and facility policies.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from residents, families, managers, and coworkers.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammed, and scheduled instructions.
• Strong communication, documentation, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining regular communication with the supervising Occupational Therapist.