Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant — Full-Time
Location: Hayward, CA area

Facility Type: Post-Acute / Skilled Nursing

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 35 hours per week

No Weekends

Pay: $44–$49 per hour

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Facility Size: 99 beds

Job Summary
Talented Medical Solutions is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a supportive post-acute care team in the
Hayward, CA area. This is a full-time permanent opportunity offering a steady Monday–Friday schedule with
no weekends.

The COTA will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to help patients improve independence, daily living skills, strength, coordination, and overall functional ability.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This opportunity is ideal for a COTA looking for a stable weekday schedule, competitive pay, and a rewarding therapy environment. The facility offers post-acute and skilled nursing care in a collaborative setting, giving therapy professionals the chance to support patients as they recover, rebuild confidence, and work toward returning to their highest level of independence.

With a 99-bed care environment, this role offers the ability to build meaningful patient relationships while working closely with an interdisciplinary team focused on quality outcomes and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

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Provide occupational therapy treatment under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist


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Follow individualized treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist


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Assist patients with improving daily living skills, mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and independence


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Support patients with therapeutic activities and functional tasks


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Document patient progress accurately and timely


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Communicate patient updates with the supervising OT and care team


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Educate patients and caregivers as appropriate


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Follow all facility, state, and federal guidelines



Qualifications

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Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program


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Skilled nursing, post-acute, rehab, long-term care, or geriatric experience preferred


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Strong communication and documentation skills


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Compassionate, reliable, and patient-focused


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Ability to work well independently and as part of an interdisciplinary care team



License and Certification Requirements

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Active California Occupational Therapy Assistant license required


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NBCOT COTA certification required


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CPR/BLS certification preferred required


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Must be able to work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist



Compensation and Schedule

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$44–$49 per hour


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35 hours per week


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Monday–Friday


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No weekends


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Permanent full-time position



Apply Today
Join a supportive therapy team where your work helps patients regain confidence, independence, and quality of life. If you are a licensed
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant looking for a stable weekday schedule, competitive pay, and a rewarding post-acute care setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about this COTA opportunity in the Hayward, CA area.