Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) | Part-Time and PRN | Tracy, CA | $40 to $49/Hour | Full-Time Opportunity Available as Program Grows
Build Your Career While Making a Meaningful Impact. Grow With a Program That Is Growing.
Tracy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is hiring a licensed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant on a Part-Time or PRN basis in Tracy, California. As our occupational therapy program continues to grow, so does this opportunity. The right candidate will have a genuine pathway to Full-Time employment and expanded program development responsibility as caseload and patient demand increase.
If you are a clinician who values flexibility today with the ambition to build something larger tomorrow, this role was designed for you. Our residents count on skilled COTAs like you to help them regain independence in activities of daily living, rebuild confidence, and return to the lives they love. Work under the supervision of an experienced licensed Occupational Therapist in a supportive, collaborative Skilled Nursing environment where your contributions directly shape the program's future.
Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.
Why Clinicians Choose Tracy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center:
Compensation and Financial Security
- Hourly pay range: $40.00 to $49.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
- Competitive Part-Time and PRN COTA compensation in the Tracy and greater San Joaquin Valley market
- Full-Time benefits, and program development responsibilities become available as the occupational therapy program grows and caseload expands
Health and Wellness Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance — available upon transition to Full-Time, with the company covering the majority of Medical HMO premiums and buy-up plan options available
- Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
- Identity theft protection and travel insurance coverage
Work-Life Quality
- Part-Time scheduling built around your availability
- PRN arrangements also available for maximum flexibility
- A supported and transparent pathway to Full-Time employment tied directly to program growth milestones
- BeneHub employee discount programs
- A Tracy location convenient to the greater Bay Area, Stockton, Modesto, and the broader San Joaquin Valley
Culture and Career
- A collaborative, mission-driven rehabilitation team that takes pride in resident outcomes
- Skilled supervision and direction from experienced licensed Occupational Therapists
- Meaningful, measurable impact on resident independence, daily living skills, and quality of life across ADLs, IADLs, upper extremity function, fine motor skills, and cognitive retraining
- A stable, professionally managed environment aligned with federal, state, and local care standards
- A Tracy location convenient to the greater Bay Area, Stockton, Modesto, and the broader San Joaquin Valley
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
Tracy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 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 Tracy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.
Apply Today
Ready 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.
Tracy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located in Tracy, California, proudly serving the greater San Joaquin Valley and Tri-Valley community.
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