What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position at Tampico Healthcare Center?
Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)
Locations: Walnut Creek, Santa Barbara, and Greater Los Angeles Area, California
Employment Type: Full-Time / Travel Assignment
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate Travel Stipend (Food & Lodging)
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team and provide high-quality rehabilitative care to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) across California. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated clinician who enjoys flexibility, travel, and making a meaningful impact in multiple communities.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Locations: Walnut Creek, Santa Barbara, and Greater Los Angeles Area, California
Employment Type: Full-Time / Travel Assignment
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate Travel Stipend (Food & Lodging)
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team and provide high-quality rehabilitative care to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) across California. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated clinician who enjoys flexibility, travel, and making a meaningful impact in multiple communities.
Responsibilities
- Provide recommendations for home modifications and adaptive equipment with training as needed.
- Ensure all treatment delivered is in accordance with the established plan of care.
- Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration.
- Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
- Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care is provided.
- Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements.
- Complying with all rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.
- Associate's degree or greater - Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant License & In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
Requirements
- Education: Associate’s degree in occupational therapy assistant.
- Licensure: Current and valid California COTA license.
- Experience: Prior SNF experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.
- Skills: Strong communication, adaptability, and time-management skills.
- Travel: Willingness to travel between Walnut Creek, Santa Barbara, and the Greater Los Angeles area as needed.
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience and location.
- Travel stipend provided food and lodging during assignments.
- Work with a supportive therapy team across multiple premier SNF locations.
- Enjoy the flexibility and adventure of travel assignments.
- Make a positive impact on patients’ lives in beautiful California communities.
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