About this opportunity
Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation lists this Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) opportunity in oakland, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation and Lake Park Healthcare Center are hiring a licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join high-performing, mission-driven rehabilitation teams in Oakland, California. If you are a clinician who finds purpose in helping residents restore independence and confidence in daily life, and you want to do that work with the schedule resilience and clinical variety that two established Skilled Nursing facilities under one employer provides, this is the role you have been looking for.
Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.
Why Clinicians Choose Oakland Heights and Lake Park:
Compensation and Financial Security
Hourly pay range: $40.00 to $48.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Health and Wellness Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance — the company covers the majority of Medical HMO premiums, with buy-up plan options available
Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
Identity theft protection and travel insurance coverage
Work-Life Quality
Paid Time Off encompassing vacation, sick leave, and observed holidays
Flexible scheduling considered, including Part-Time and PRN arrangements for the right candidate
BeneHub employee discount programs
Culture and Career
Collaborative, supportive therapy teams across two established Oakland facilities
Meaningful, measurable impact on resident outcomes and quality of life across ADLs, IADLs, upper extremity function, fine motor skills, and cognitive retraining
Schedule resilience and clinical variety that a single-site position cannot offer
A stable, professionally managed environment aligned with federal, state, and local care standards
Centrally located Oakland facilities accessible from throughout the East Bay, Berkeley, and greater Alameda County
The Role
The 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 Therapist
Delivering skilled therapeutic interventions targeting ADLs, IADLs, neuromuscular re-education, upper extremity function, fine motor skills, cognitive retraining, and adaptive strategies
Monitoring patient performance and response to intervention, reporting progress, barriers, or clinical concerns to the supervising OT in a timely manner
Assisting in collecting data to support progress assessments and plan-of-care updates conducted by the Occupational Therapist
Instructing patients and caregivers in home programs, adaptive strategies, and safe equipment use as delegated
Assisting patients with transfer activities to all surfaces, donning and doffing of appliances, and positioning in parallel bars and therapeutic equipment
Supporting upper extremity positioning and therapeutic handling during treatment sessions
Lifting, repositioning, and supporting patients with or without assistive devices
Transporting patients to and from therapy areas as needed
Setting up equipment and preparing patients for therapy sessions in alignment with the plan of care and California State Practice Act
Supporting discharge planning activities and continuity-of-care processes as directed
Communicating effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members regarding treatment activities and patient progress
Completing timely, accurate, and compliant documentation of treatment sessions in accordance with federal, state, payer, and organizational standards
Adhering to all supervision requirements established by California state law governing COTA practice
Participating in team meetings, care conferences, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives as assigned
Maintaining compliance with HIPAA, patient rights, infection control standards, OSHA regulations, and organizational policies
Treating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalism
Physical 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 Bring
Current, active, and unrestricted Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license in the State of California
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program — required
Successful completion of the NBCOT examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants — required
Current CPR/BLS certification with AHA (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
Ongoing compliance with continuing education requirements established by the California Occupational Therapy Board
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated maturity, composure, and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environments
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under supervision
A team-first mindset and a genuine passion for skilled nursing and post-acute care
Equal Opportunity and Accommodation
Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation and Lake Park Healthcare Center are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We are committed to workplaces 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 Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation and Lake Park Healthcare Center is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.
Apply Today
If you meet the qualifications above, we want to hear from you. Submit your application now. Our team reviews candidates promptly and will be in touch to schedule next steps.
Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation and Lake Park Healthcare Center are both located in Oakland, California, proudly serving the greater East Bay and Alameda County community.
Worksite address
oakland, CA, 94616, US
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