COTA

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Local or Travel | Day Shift | Two Locations located in Stockton, CA

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide high-quality occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. This position is available to local or travel clinicians and involves day shift work across two assigned locations
. The ideal candidate is patient-centered, adaptable, and committed to helping individuals improve functional independence and quality of life.

Deliver occupational therapy interventions as outlined in the established plan of care under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist

Assist patients with therapeutic activities focused on improving daily living skills, mobility, strength, coordination, and cognitive function

Document patient progress, treatment outcomes, and daily notes accurately and in a timely manner

Monitor patient responses to treatment and report changes or concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist

Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, adaptive equipment, and home exercise programs

Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic treatment environment

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated patient care

Travel between two assigned work locations as scheduled

Comply with all facility policies, state regulations, and professional standards

Shift: Day shift

Employment Type: Local or Travel assignment

Locations: Two different facilities/clinical sites (travel between sites required)

Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in the State of California

Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain prior to start)

Ability to travel between two work locations reliably

Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills

Prior experience in a clinical, outpatient, inpatient, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation setting

Experience working across multiple locations or in travel assignments

Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems

Bilingual skills (a plus, not required)

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist patients throughout the workday

Ability to lift and transfer patients as required by job duties (with or without reasonable accommodation)

Must pass background check and employment verification

Must meet all California state and facility-specific health and immunization requirements

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (required due to multiple locations)

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.