Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Contract - California
About this role
COTA - $1655-$1920 weekly
California - Multiple locations available in the San Francisco Bay area - Alameda, Elk Grove, Hayward, San Leandro, Santa Clara
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Contract - 13-16 weeks
Days
$40-$48/hr
Duties and Responsibilities:
Execute Intervention Plans: Deliver hands-on therapy treatments created by the supervising OT to improve motor skills, cognition, coordination, and strength.
ADL & IADL Retraining: Guide patients through self-care routines like dressing, bathing, eating, grooming, and household tasks using adaptive techniques.
Train on Adaptive Equipment: Teach patients how to safely use assistive devices such as button hooks, sock aids, reachers, splints, and wheelchairs.
Implement Therapeutic Activities: Lead customized exercises, sensory integration activities, fine motor tasks, or cognitive rehab exercises to support rehabilitation goals.
Document Patient Progress: Record daily treatment notes, track response to therapy, and report functional improvements or setbacks to the supervising OT.
Adapt Environments & Tasks: Suggest modifications to home, school, or work environments to improve safety, accessibility, and patient independence.
Educate Families & Caregivers: Demonstrate proper transfer techniques, home exercise programs, and safe care strategies to family members and nursing staff.
Requirements
2 years of experience
Active CA COTA License
BLS (AHA)