Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
PACS Services
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
PACS Services
Post-acute care facility operator and investor
Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Location: Sierra Valley Rehab Center – Porterville, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $42/hour-$45/hour
Join the Award-Winning Team at Sierra Valley Rehab Center!
For over 20 years, Sierra Valley Rehab Center has proudly served the Porterville community, delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a clean, comfortable, and family-friendly environment. With 139 licensed beds and a dedicated team, we offer individualized, 24-hour nursing and rehabilitation services to meet the unique needs of every patient.
We are honored to have been voted Best Elder Care three years in a row, and we’re looking to grow our exceptional therapy team with a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who shares our commitment to excellence.
Competitive starting wage of $42/hour
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient recovery
Clean, modern facility equipped with the tools and support you need to succeed
Provide treatment to patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and physician’s care plan
Record evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and recertifications per regulatory and OT Board requirements
Communicate with the OT, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams regarding patient care and progress
Instruct patients, family members, and staff on therapeutic maintenance and discharge programs
Participate in discharge planning and in-service training for facility staff
Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-functioning therapy area
Report equipment issues and ensure proper use and care of therapy tools
Support and help train Restorative Aides as needed
Current California licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Must be in good standing with the state licensing board
Proficient in electronic documentation systems (Casamba and PointClickCare preferred)
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
Must meet all continuing education requirements as defined by state law
Ready to make a difference in a community that values compassionate care and professional excellence? Apply today and join the Sierra Valley Rehab Center family!
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.
Post-acute care facility operator and investor
PACS Group is a holding company that runs a national platform of post-acute care facilities. It acquires, owns, and manages skilled nursing facilities, assisted living centers, and other long-term care sites, then provides healthcare services to patients after hospital stays. Revenue comes from services provided at these facilities and is paid by Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and patient payments. The company’s performance depends on occupancy, reimbursement rates, and how efficiently the facilities are run. Compared with competitors, PACS stands out as a large, publicly traded operator with a broad national footprint focused on growing its post-acute care platform through acquisitions and operational improvements. Its goal is to expand access to post-acute care and create value by owning and optimizing a network of care facilities that serve elderly and chronically ill patients.
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