Job Details

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant 

Our client, a leading hospital system, is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join their in-patient rehab team in Modesto, CA. This is a great opportunity for an experienced COTA to make a meaningful impact on patient function, independence, and quality of life while working closely with a supervising Occupational Therapist in a collaborative, hospital-based rehab setting.

This opportunity is a strong fit for a therapy professional who values patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing clinical growth. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with a frail or elderly population, strong documentation skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for participants with complex needs.

Benefits

This opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive compensation of $74,000–$99,800 per year, based on years of experience
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Generous PTO — 17 days personal time off, 12 observed holidays, and 6 sick days annually
• Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and bonus
• Continuing education credits
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Required Experience

Qualified candidates should have:

• Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Associate's Degree from an accredited program
• Minimum of 2 years of OTA experience in a clinical setting with a frail or elderly population
• Minimum of 1 year of outpatient, acute, inpatient, or skilled nursing facility experience
• OTA knowledge necessary to treat frail, elderly participants with complex needs

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have:

• Valid California COTA license, or proof of license eligibility
• Ability to commute to or reside near Modesto, CA
• Ability to work a full-time, in-person schedule
• Strong documentation habits in accordance with established care plans
• Commitment to compliance with all company policies and applicable state and federal regulations

Key Responsibilities

In this role, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will be responsible for:

• Administering participant treatment programs as established by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Assisting the Occupational Therapist in obtaining vital signs, ranges of motion, and strength testing
• Coordinating with other members of the Rehabilitation team to implement activities and programs based on participants' individual treatment plans
• Handling scheduling of participants' treatments, clinical visits, and billing
• Documenting occupational therapy interventions in accordance with established care plans, including the use of devices, techniques, and activities to promote muscle re-education, perceptual-motor and cognitive function, balance, and endurance
• Supporting participants' independence in performing activities of daily living (ADLs)

Apply for Consideration

If your education, experience, and clinical background align with this opportunity, please click Apply and upload your resume for consideration.

Marci Whatley

American Recruiters

marci@ariteam.com

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Job ID: 287653