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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Location: Arvin Post Acute – Arvin, CA
Employment: Per diem
Pay: Range $40-$45
Overview
We’re hiring a COTA to join our dynamic rehab team at Arvin Post Acute, a Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility just outside Bakersfield. Help our residents regain independence and function through meaningful therapy work in a compassionate environment.
Responsibilities
- Deliver patient treatments under licensed OT direction
- Accurately document care and progress
- Communicate with therapy and nursing staff
- Assist with caregiver training and discharge prep
- Maintain safety and cleanliness of treatment areas
- Participate in training and staff in-services
Qualifications
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – California license
- CPR certified (or ability to obtain)
- Skilled nursing/rehab experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal and clinical skills
Benefits
- $45+/hr DOE
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- 401(k) with match
- PTO & paid holidays
- Referral bonuses
- Supportive team and leadership
Apply today to be part of something meaningful at Arvin Post Acute !
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.
From PACS Group's job posting, checked Oct 24, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About PACS Group
PACS Group operates 275 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in 16 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) states. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and therapists. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
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