Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Location: Watsonville, CA
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Day shift, 8-hour shifts (specific start/end times vary)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $44.8 - $44.8 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
- Assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans to help residents regain independence
- Provide therapeutic interventions to improve activities of daily living (ADLs) and functional mobility
- Educate patients and families on exercises, safety strategies, and adaptive techniques to support recovery
- Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary rehab team to coordinate care and maximize outcomes
- Complete accurate and timely documentation to support patient progress and regulatory compliance
Qualifications
- Active California COTA license (required)
- Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or rehab settings preferred
- Strong clinical skills with demonstrated ability to support OT interventions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of ADLs, functional mobility, and adaptive equipment
- Patient education and safety instruction
- Accurate clinical documentation and progress note writing
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Benefits
- Flexible work options including 13-week contracts, Per Diem (PRN) shifts, or full-time roles to fit your life
- Supportive rehab environment where your clinical skills and voice are valued
- Collaborative interdisciplinary team that helps you deliver great patient care
- Meaningful, hands-on work improving ADLs and functional mobility for residents
- Schedule variety — pick the arrangement that works best for you
- Professional growth through diverse SNF/rehab caseloads
- A friendly workplace culture that prioritizes teamwork and clear communication
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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