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Occupational Therapy Assistant

$40 - $47 per hour

People Well Staffing

La Mesa, United States | Posted on 09/04/2026

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - La Mesa, CA

Setting: SkilledNursing Facility (SNF)

Employment Type: Permanent

Compensation: $40- $47 per hour

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA) to join a collaborative skilled nursing facility (SNF) rehabilitationteam in La Mesa, CA. Working under the supervision of an OccupationalTherapist, you will provide hands‑on treatment that supports independence withdaily activities and functional performance.

Responsibilities
  • Implement treatment plans established by thesupervising Occupational Therapist.
  • Assist patients with therapeutic activities, ADLtraining, functional tasks, strengthening, and coordination.
  • Monitor patient response and communicateprogress to the Occupational Therapist.
  • Educate patients and caregivers within theestablished plan of care.
  • Complete accurate and timely documentation.
  • Collaborate with the rehabilitation andinterdisciplinary care team.
Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational TherapyAssistant program.
  • Active CA COTA license in good standing, oreligibility for licensures.
  • Current BLS/CPR certification as required by theemployer.
  • Ability to work effectively under thesupervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
  • Strong communication, documentation, teamwork,and patient-care skills.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
  • Competitive compensation: $40 - $47 per hour
  • Supportive and collaborative rehabilitationenvironment
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact onpatient outcomes
  • Professional growth and developmentopportunities
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