Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

commonspirit· Occupational Therapy
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About this role

Where You’ll Work

St. Joseph's Medical Center is a member of Dignity Health. The word dignity perfectly defines what our organization stands for showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. St. Joseph's Medical Center was founded in 1899 under the direction of the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael and is a not-for-profit, fully-accredited regional hospital with 395 beds, a physician staff of over 400 and more than 2400 employees. Specializing in cardiovascular care, comprehensive cancer services, and women and children's services, including neonatal intensive care, St. Joseph's is the largest hospital, as well as the largest private employer, in Stockton, California. Nationally recognized as a quality leader, St. Joseph's is consistently chosen as the most preferred hospital by local consumers.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Assistant Occupational Therapist, you will provide designated occupational therapy-related services as outlined in the patient's plan of care, all under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.Every day you will deliver care and service to a diverse patient population, ranging from acutely ill to rehabilitating individuals across neonatal through geriatric age groups.To be successful in this role you will demonstrate a profound understanding of the functional and/or developmental age of each individual served, ensuring the provision of compassionate and effective therapy that supports their unique needs and promotes their recovery and well-being.

  • Allows for privacy and modesty in the provision of care.
  • Identifies self by name and title to patient/family.
  • Determines presence/type of Advanced Directive.
  • Reports suspected cases of abuse/neglect, if identified.
  • Understands role of, and how to access, the Bioethics Committee.
  • Establishes presence of consent prior to treatment/procedures.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Completion of a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program
  • CA Occupational Therapy Assistant License
  • Basic Life Support - CPR

Preferred

  • Prior OT experience
  • Orthopaedic Technologist Certified, upon hire

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA position at commonspirit?
The salary for this Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA role in the Occupational Therapy department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA at commonspirit belong to?
This Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA position is part of the Occupational Therapy department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA position at commonspirit?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to commonspirit's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA job at commonspirit posted?
This Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA position at commonspirit was posted on Feb 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA
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