Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled Nursing Facility
Location: Hayward, CA
Start Date: 2025-10-31T17:26:02.000Z
End Date: 2026-01-30T17:26:02.000Z
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Day shifts
Hours per Week: 40 hrs per week
Candidate Pay Rate: $42 - $48 per hour (W2)
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Assist the Occupational Therapist in delivering person-centered treatment plans
- Facilitate functional activities and therapeutic exercises to maximize independence
- Document sessions thoroughly and accurately in accordance with facility standards
- Support resident safety and independence goals through thoughtful interventions
- Engage proactively with the care team and participate in patient progress reviews
Qualifications
- Active California COTA license (required)
- Prior Skilled Nursing Facility experience preferred
- Strong clinical reasoning and hands-on occupational therapy skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills with interdisciplinary staff
- Immediate or near-term availability to start this 13-week assignment
Education
- Associate degree or completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Knowledge & Skills
- Occupational therapy principles and therapeutic activity planning
- Skilled nursing facility care practices and resident-centered approaches
- Patient care and safety best practices
- Accurate clinical documentation and charting
- Clear verbal and written communication with residents, families, and staff
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay with reliable W2 payroll and consistent assignments
- Medical, Dental & Vision options to keep you healthy and focused
- Paid Time Off to recharge between contracts
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement so your credentials stay current
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
- Referral bonus program because great teammates know great teammates
- A supportive clinical team and dedicated recruiter who has your back
- Flexible scheduling and clear communication for predictable work-life balance
Travel Perks: Explore Hayward, CA
Hayward sits in the heart of the Bay Area, making weekends feel like a mini vacation. Explore Hayward Regional Shoreline and the SF Bay Trail for fresh-air walks, hike Garin and Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park for sweeping views, or take a short transit ride to Oakland and San Francisco for museums, theater, and great food. Enjoy easy access to Silicon Valley if you want tech-tinged weekend exploration, and discover diverse local restaurants and parks close to the facility for off-shift relaxation.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled Nursing Facility? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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