Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Palo Alto, CA

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Agency: United Health Care Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Now Hiring: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time Opportunity

Location: Palo Alto, CA
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Position Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $40–$45/hour

We are currently seeking a compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join a Skilled Nursing Facility team in Palo Alto, CA . This full-time opportunity is ideal for professionals who are passionate about supporting patients in regaining independence and improving their ability to perform everyday activities.

As a COTA in the SNF setting, you will work closely with Occupational Therapists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide treatment interventions for patients recovering from surgery, illness, injury, or age-related conditions. Your contributions will play a vital role in helping patients maximize independence and improve quality of life.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Occupational Therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans
• Provide therapeutic activities focused on improving daily living skills, mobility, coordination, and functional independence
• Support patients with self-care training, adaptive equipment use, and therapeutic exercises
• Monitor patient progress and communicate treatment responses to supervising Occupational Therapists
• Educate patients and caregivers on safety techniques and functional strategies
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with facility and regulatory guidelines
• Collaborate with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care
• Promote patient engagement, independence, and successful rehabilitation outcomes

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license required
• Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting preferred but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative healthcare team
• Compassionate approach toward patient care and rehabilitation
• Commitment to delivering quality therapy services

Benefits

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive pay: $40–$45/hour
• Stable full-time schedule
• Opportunity to work with a diverse patient population
• Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
• Meaningful work that directly impacts patient independence and recovery
• Growth opportunities within rehabilitation and post-acute care settings

If you are a dedicated COTA seeking a rewarding full-time opportunity in a Skilled Nursing setting, we would love to connect with you.