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Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Occupational TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$50/hr

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Job Description

  • Now Hiring: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
  • White Blossom Care Center | San Jose, Bay Area
  • Advance your career with one of the Bay Area’s most dynamic in-house rehabilitation teams.

White Blossom Care Center is seeking a motivated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our premier, high-volume rehab department. With the largest rehabilitation gym in the Bay Area, diverse clinical programming, and an energetic team culture, this is an exceptional opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact on patient recovery.

Position Details

  • Role: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
  • Location: San Jose / Bay Area
  • Schedule Options: Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN
  • Pay Range: $45–$50+ per hour (DOE)
  • New Graduates: Encouraged to apply

Why Work at White Blossom Care Center?

State-of-the-Art Rehab Environment

Treat patients in the largest rehab gym in the Bay Area, designed to support optimal outcomes with ample space and cutting-edge equipment.

Broad Clinical Exposure

Work with a diverse resident population across orthopedic, neurological, cardiac, and vascular rehabilitation—perfect for building advanced clinical expertise.

  • Advanced Treatment Modalities
  • On-site access to E-stim, Ultrasound, and Diathermy, with opportunities for PAM Certification.
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • We support work-life balance with multiple scheduling tracks, including:
  • Monday–Friday
  • Tuesday–Saturday
  • Sunday–Thursday
  • Thursday–Monday
  • Supportive Team Culture

Join a welcoming, collaborative therapy team of seasoned clinicians and enthusiastic new grads. Enjoy a community-focused environment with multiple open-air patios and shared spaces.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality occupational therapy treatments in accordance with physician orders and OT direction
  • Document daily treatments and weekly progress notes in compliance with state and board requirements
  • Collaborate with nursing staff to train Restorative Aides and support ongoing patient mobility
  • Communicate patient progress and discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers on maintenance programs and safe discharge planning
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and positive treatment environment
  • Full-Time Benefits
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Performance-based incentives and bonus opportunities
  • Ongoing education, training, and career advancement

Qualifications

  • Current California COTA license in good standing
  • Passion for geriatric care and a strong commitment to hands-on clinical growth
  • Build Your Future With Us
  • If you’re ready to thrive in the Bay Area’s most impressive rehabilitation setting, we’d love to meet you.
  • Apply today and join the White Blossom Care Center therapy team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Key Skills

Patient rehabilitationClinical documentationOrthopedic rehabilitationNeurological rehabilitationCardiac rehabilitationRestorative aide trainingPatient education

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) at PACS a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Occupational Therapy occupational therapist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$113k (323 salary observations; 574 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (2,458 salary observations; 7,281 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Performance-based incentives and bonus opportunities
Ongoing education, training, and career advancement