Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Aspen HealthCare LLC

$95K — $110K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license in California
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
  • Successful completion of the NBCOT exam for Occupational Therapy Assistants
  • Current CPR/BLS certification, or willingness to obtain
  • Ongoing compliance with continuing education requirements
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated maturity and professionalism in clinical settings

Responsibilities

  • Implement occupational therapy treatment plans from supervising OT
  • Deliver targeted therapeutic interventions for ADLs and cognitive retraining
  • Monitor patient performance and report progress to supervising OT
  • Assist in data collection for progress assessments and care updates
  • Instruct patients and caregivers on home programs and equipment use
  • Support patient transfers and positioning during therapy sessions
  • Communicate with patients and interdisciplinary team regarding treatment activities

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly wage within Marin County
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with majority premium coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
  • Flexible scheduling options, including potential Part-Time arrangement
  • Access to employee discount programs and a desirable location in Greenbrae
Full Job Description
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) | Full-Time | Greenbrae, CA | $46 - $53/Hour

South Marin Health and Wellness Center is hiring a Full-Time licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join a high-performing, mission-driven rehabilitation team in Greenbrae, California. If you are a clinician looking for consistent hours, strong team support, and meaningful patient care in one of Northern California's most desirable communities, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.

You will work alongside experienced therapists to help residents regain independence, improve daily living skills, and enhance overall quality of life in a supportive Skilled Nursing setting.

Compensation and Financial Security
  • Hourly pay range: $46.00 to $53.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
  • Among the most competitive Full-Time COTA compensation packages available in Marin County and the greater North Bay market
  • A pay ceiling that reflects the clinical quality, cost of living, and market positioning of one of California's most sought-after communities
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

Health and Wellness Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance - the company covers the majority of Medical HMO premiums, with buy-up plan options available
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
  • Identity theft protection and travel insurance coverage

Work-Life Quality
  • Paid Time Off encompassing vacation, sick leave, and observed holidays
  • Flexible scheduling considered, including a Part-Time arrangement for the right candidate
  • BeneHub employee discount programs
  • A Greenbrae location offering an unmatched quality of life in the heart of Marin County, minutes from the Golden Gate and the best of the North Bay

Culture and Career
  • A collaborative, supportive therapy team that genuinely invests in one another
  • Experienced licensed Occupational Therapist supervision and direction in a well-resourced clinical environment
  • Meaningful, measurable impact on resident independence, daily living skills, and quality of life across ADLs, IADLs, upper extremity function, fine motor skills, and cognitive retraining
  • A stable, professionally managed environment aligned with federal, state, and local care standards
  • Consistent scheduling that supports long-term career planning and personal stability

The Role

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides skilled occupational therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, in accordance with California state law and professional standards of practice. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation, the Facility Administrator, and the supervising Occupational Therapist.

Core responsibilities include:
  • Implementing occupational therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
  • Delivering skilled therapeutic interventions targeting ADLs, IADLs, neuromuscular re-education, upper extremity function, fine motor skills, cognitive retraining, and adaptive strategies
  • Monitoring patient performance and response to intervention, reporting progress, barriers, or clinical concerns to the supervising OT in a timely manner
  • Assisting in collecting data to support progress assessments and plan-of-care updates conducted by the Occupational Therapist
  • Instructing patients and caregivers in home programs, adaptive strategies, and safe equipment use as delegated
  • Assisting patients with transfer activities to all surfaces, donning and doffing of appliances, and positioning in parallel bars and therapeutic equipment
  • Supporting upper extremity positioning and therapeutic handling during treatment sessions
  • Lifting, repositioning, and supporting patients with or without assistive devices
  • Transporting patients to and from therapy areas as needed
  • Setting up equipment and preparing patients for therapy sessions in alignment with the plan of care and California State Practice Act
  • Supporting discharge planning activities and continuity-of-care processes as directed
  • Communicating effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members regarding treatment activities and patient progress
  • Completing timely, accurate, and compliant documentation of treatment sessions in accordance with federal, state, payer, and organizational standards
  • Adhering to all supervision requirements established by California state law governing COTA practice
  • Participating in team meetings, care conferences, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives as assigned
  • Maintaining compliance with HIPAA, patient rights, infection control standards, OSHA regulations, and organizational policies
  • Treating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalism

Physical requirements include the ability to assist with patient transfers, upper extremity positioning and therapeutic handling, lifting and repositioning patients with or without assistive devices, prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and stair navigation. The ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergency situations is also required.

What You Bring
  • Current, active, and unrestricted Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license in the State of California
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program - required
  • Successful completion of the NBCOT examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants - required
  • Current CPR/BLS certification with AHA (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
  • Ongoing compliance with continuing education requirements established by the California Occupational Therapy Board
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated maturity, composure, and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environments
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under supervision
  • A team-first mindset and a genuine passion for skilled nursing and post-acute care

Apply Today

If you meet the qualifications above, we want to hear from you. Submit your application now. Our team reviews candidates promptly and will be in touch to schedule next steps.

South Marin Health and Wellness Center is located at 1220 South Eliseo Drive in Greenbrae, California, proudly serving the greater Marin County community.

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