Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Sign-on bonus up to $5,000
Open in 4 locations
WelbeHealth posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
California
4 open- $38.74–$49.13/hr
Stockton, CA, USA (opens on this page)
Posted 1mo ago
- $38.74–$51.14/hr
San Jose, CA, USA (opens on this page)
Posted 1mo ago
- $38.74–$49.13/hr
Modesto, CA, USA (opens on this page)
Posted 1mo ago
- $38.74–$49.13/hr
Elk Grove, CA, USA (opens on this page)
Posted 2mo ago
How this pay compares
This posting states $38.74–$49.13 an hour. Open occupational therapy assistant jobs in California post a median of $43.61 an hour, the middle half $40.50–$48.50, across 142 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapy assistants employed in California earn a median of $39.31 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Occupational therapy assistants in California: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
California is not issuing OT Compact privileges, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a California license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) Every state's OT Compact status.
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About the job
UP TO $5K SIGN ON BONUS
At WelbeHealth, each participant of our program is guided by our interdisciplinary team (IDT) – composed of clinical and non-clinical members who work cohesively to provide quality patient-centered care. Our values and participant focus lead the way no matter what.
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) is a key member of the IDT, collaborating with other members of the Rehabilitation team to implement care plans and providing condition updates to the clinical team. Under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, the COTA provides restorative and rehabilitative occupational therapy services to participants at the center and in their homes to maximize independence, safety, and performance of ADLs.
This role is different because COTAs at WelbeHealth:
- Have lower patient volumes – no more seeing 3-4 patients an hour
- Form long-term relationships with participants rather than short-term rehab stints
- Collaborate with other therapists, providers, and disciplines
- Have work/life balance - no after hours of documentation
We care about our team members. That’s why we offer
- Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Work/life balance - We mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days
- 401K savings + match
- Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and bonus
- Unlimited CEUs through MedBridge
- And additional benefits!
On the day-to-day, you will
- Administer participant treatment programs as established by the Occupational Therapist
- Assist the Occupational Therapist in obtaining vital signs, ranges of motion, and strength testing
- Coordinate with other members of the Rehabilitation team to implement activities and programs based on participants’ individual treatment plans
- Handle scheduling of participants’ treatments, clinical visits, and billing
- Document occupational therapy interventions in accordance with established care plans including but not limited to the use of devices, techniques, and activities to promote muscle re-education, perceptual-motor and cognitive function, balance, and endurance, and other factors affecting independence in performing ADLs
Job requirements include
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) associate’s degree from an accredited program
- Valid California OTA license, or proof of license eligibility
- OTA knowledge necessary to treat frail, elderly participants with complex needs
We are seeking COTAs that ideally have outpatient, acute, inpatient, or skilled nursing experience. If you’re ready to join a holistic care team that values both its participants and providers, we’d love to hear from you!
Compensation consists of base salary plus bonus. WelbeHealth offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and a broad range of additional benefits. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and relevant qualifications.
Compensation Offering
$38.74 - $49.13 USD
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.
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From WelbeHealth's job posting for Stockton, CA, USA, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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