Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Location: Hayward, CA
Start Date: 01-01-1970
End Date: 01-01-1970
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Full-time, typically 40 hours/week; exact start/end times and days not specified
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $63 - $44.1 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
- Provide therapeutic interventions to improve residents' functional abilities and activities of daily living
- Assist patients with mobility, strengthening, coordination, and cognitive activities
- Accurately document treatment sessions and patient progress in the clinical record
- Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
- Ensure compliance with facility policies and state and federal regulations
- Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and home exercise programs to support independence
Qualifications
- Active California COTA license required
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Current CPR/BLS certification required
- SNF or post-acute care experience preferred
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Education
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Knowledge & Skills
- Patient-focused care and strong interpersonal skills
- Experience with post-acute and skilled nursing facility workflows
- Proficiency in documenting treatment sessions and measuring patient progress
- Skilled in therapeutic interventions for ADLs, mobility, strength, coordination, and cognitive tasks
- Ability to follow supervision and implement OT-developed plans
- Good clinical judgment, time management, and teamwork
Benefits
- Supportive rehab team that values your contributions and growth
- Opportunity for professional development and continuing education
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement for required credentials
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options available
- Life insurance and retirement savings options
- Paid time off and flexible scheduling conversations with your manager
- Potential for contract extension based on performance and facility needs
- Collaborative interdisciplinary environment that puts patients first
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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