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Occupational Therapist Assistant-COTA PRN

Occupational Therapy AssistantPer Diem

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Starting at $42 /hr

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Job Description

  • Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – PRN
  • San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation |
  • Starting at $42/hour

San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate and skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. This is a great opportunity to make a difference while enjoying schedule flexibility and competitive pay.

General Purpose

The COTA assists the Occupational Therapist in providing patient-related activities and direct care, supporting residents in achieving their highest level of independence and quality of life.

Essential Duties

  • Provide treatments as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
  • Follow physician treatment plans for each patient.
  • Document daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, and recertification per OT Board/state requirements.
  • Communicate patient progress, concerns, and plans with the supervising OT and care team.
  • Assist nursing staff in training Restorative Aides.
  • Participate in facility in-service training programs.
  • Provide caregiver and family education in preparation for discharge.
  • Participate in discharge planning.
  • Assist with maintaining a safe and clean treatment area.
  • Report equipment issues to ensure proper function.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and staff.

Qualifications

Current COTA license in the state of California.

Proficient in therapy documentation systems (e. g., Casamba, PointClickCare).

  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to interpret and follow care plans, policies, and procedures.
  • Must meet state continuing education requirements and maintain licensure in good standing.

Physical Demands

  • Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
  • Ability to lift/move 20–50 lbs frequently, and occasionally up to 100 lbs with assistance.
  • Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
  • Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively to meet patient needs.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive PRN rate: $42/hour
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunity to provide meaningful care to residents

Flexibility to Balance Work with Your Lifestyle

If you’re a licensed COTA looking for a rewarding PRN opportunity, apply today and join our team at San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation!

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 Responsibilities

The COTA assists the Occupational Therapist in providing direct patient care and implementing physician-directed treatment plans. They are responsible for documenting patient progress and coordinating with the care team to support resident independence.

Key Skills

Treatment planningCaregiver education

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (960 salary observations; 2,084 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,856 salary observations; 26,330 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$87k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $79k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
California vs national$117k median in California$97k nationally (+21%)960 state / 6,856 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$79k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in California912 active9,306 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia Occupational Therapist listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment966 active listings, Oct 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive PRN rate: $42/hour
Flexible schedule