Location: Sonoma, CA

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Contract

Hours per Week: 30

Candidate Pay Rate: $43 per hour

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess patients' functional abilities and design engaging, goal-focused treatment plans
• Deliver hands-on occupational therapy interventions to improve daily living skills
• Collaborate closely with OTs, nurses, rehab staff, and family members for coordinated care
• Document patient progress clearly and timely, ensuring continuity and quality of care
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive strategies, assistive devices, and home programs
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to advocate for patient-centered outcomes
• Support clinic workflows and help maintain a positive, safety-focused environment

Qualifications

• Current COTA certification (NBCOT) in good standing
• California state licensure or ability to obtain required state registration
• Minimum experience working in rehab or outpatient/acute settings preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning, documentation skills, and patient-centered approach
• Valid BLS/CPR certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Ability to pass background checks and meet facility onboarding requirements

Education

• Associate degree or diploma from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program
• Completion of required clinical fieldwork and NBCOT certification

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in ADL/IADL training and adaptive techniques
• Familiarity with therapeutic modalities and assistive devices
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Comfortable using electronic medical records for documentation
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team
• Time management and caseload prioritization to meet patient needs

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to help you feel at home while you work
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can relax about the future
• Life Insurance to protect what matters most
• Paid Time Off to recharge and explore the area
• Travel reimbursement to make the commute smoother
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so credentialing is one less worry
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, share the good work
• A supportive team that values YOU and celebrates patient wins

Travel Perks: Explore Sonoma, CA

Sonoma is a gem in wine country — think scenic vineyards, charming Sonoma Plaza with boutique shops and great dining, and farmers markets serving fresh local fare. Outdoor lovers can explore Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, hike the Sonoma Coast or ride the trails at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. Weekend escapes to nearby Napa Valley, Bodega Bay, or a quick trip into San Francisco make this a terrific home base for adventures between shifts.

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