Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
About The Position
Powerback is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Rosewood Post Acute, a 113-bed skilled nursing facility in Pleasant Hill, California. The center has a Medicare 4-Star Quality Measure Rating and serves transitional short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents, with a caseload that includes orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke recovery, and post-surgical conditioning. The therapy team works in a dedicated fitness and wellness room equipped with medical technology and adaptive rehabilitation gear. The COTA implements occupational therapy programs and activities, follows established recovery plans, and delivers therapy treatments to help patients restore, reinforce, and improve physical abilities and independence. The role emphasizes individualized, compassionate care for patients and their families, collaboration with colleagues, and referrals when patients need additional care. The position is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule; some weekend rotations may be requested.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) program according to AOTA and ACOTE standards.
- Initial certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
Responsibilities
- Implement occupational therapy programs and activities.
- Follow developed patient recovery plans.
- Deliver occupational therapy treatments.
- Help restore, reinforce, and enhance patients’ physical abilities and independence.
- Provide individualized, caring, and compassionate service to patients and their families.
- Collaborate with peers and make referrals to help patients receive the care they need.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
- Generous paid time off.
- Clinical mentorship program for new graduates, beginning on day one.
- Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
- Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
- Journey Travel Program offering opportunities to work across the United States with the security of a full-time role.
- Discounts on wireless and TV services, home, auto, renters, and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
- USD $5,000 bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
