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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) | PRN | Greenridge Post-Acute and Senior Living | $45 - $55/HourGreenridge Post-Acute and Senior Living is hiring a licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant on a PRN basis. If you are a clinician who wants schedule flexibility, premium per-diem compensation, and a collaborative rehabilitation environment where your work genuinely improves the lives of residents every day, this role was built for you.Work alongside experienced therapists to help residents regain independence, improve daily living skills, and enhance quality of life in a well-supported Post-Acute and Senior Living setting.Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.Why PRN Clinicians Choose Greenridge Post-Acute and Senior Living:CompensationHourly pay range: $45.00 to $55.00 per hour, commensurate with experienceAmong the most competitive PRN COTA rates available in the market, reflecting the value of your clinical expertise and schedule flexibilitySchedule and FlexibilityTrue PRN flexibility with scheduling built entirely around your availabilityWork as much or as little as your life requiresNo long-term schedule commitments requiredClinical EnvironmentA collaborative, mission-driven rehabilitation team that takes pride in resident outcomesSkilled supervision and direction from experienced licensed Occupational TherapistsA well-supported Post-Acute and Senior Living setting with the leadership and resources to help you do your best workMeaningful, direct impact on resident independence, daily living skills, and quality of life across ADLs, IADLs, upper extremity function, fine motor skills, and cognitive retrainingThe RoleThe 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 TherapistDelivering skilled therapeutic interventions targeting ADLs, IADLs, neuromuscular re-education, upper extremity function, fine motor skills, cognitive retraining, and adaptive strategiesMonitoring patient performance and response to intervention, reporting progress, barriers, or clinical concerns to the supervising OT in a timely mannerAssisting in collecting data to support progress assessments and plan-of-care updates conducted by the Occupational TherapistInstructing patients and caregivers in home programs, adaptive strategies, and safe equipment use as delegatedAssisting patients with transfer activities to all surfaces, donning and doffing of appliances, and positioning in parallel bars and therapeutic equipmentSupporting upper extremity positioning and therapeutic handling during treatment sessionsLifting, repositioning, and supporting patients with or without assistive devicesTransporting patients to and from therapy areas as neededSetting up equipment and preparing patients for therapy sessions in alignment with the plan of care and California State Practice ActSupporting discharge planning activities and continuity-of-care processes as directedCommunicating effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members regarding treatment activities and patient progressCompleting timely, accurate, and compliant documentation of treatment sessions in accordance with federal, state, payer, and organizational standardsAdhering to all supervision requirements established by California state law governing COTA practiceParticipating in team meetings, care conferences, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives as assignedMaintaining compliance with HIPAA, patient rights, infection control standards, OSHA regulations, and organizational policiesTreating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalismPhysical 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 BringCurrent, active, and unrestricted Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license in the State of CaliforniaGraduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program — requiredSuccessful completion of the NBCOT examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants — requiredCurrent CPR/BLS certification with AHA (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)Ongoing compliance with continuing education requirements established by the California Occupational Therapy BoardExcellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated maturity, composure, and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environmentsStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under supervisionA team-first mindset and a genuine passion for skilled nursing and post-acute careEqual Opportunity and AccommodationGreenridge Post-Acute and Senior Living is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or California law.In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources or your facility Administrator.Employment with Greenridge Post-Acute and Senior Living is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.Apply TodayReady to bring your clinical expertise where it truly matters, on your terms? Submit your application now. Our team reviews candidates promptly and will be in touch to schedule next steps.
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