Occupational Therapy Assistant

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT – FULL TIME
LEMON GROVE HEALTHCARE – LEMON GROVE, CA
Join our team and start making a difference!
Are you looking for a career that will make a difference in your lives and others?
Lemon Grove Healthcare in Lemon Grove, CA, is currently seeking a Full Time Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our in-house therapy team. We are a post-acute care facility with long-term care, short-term care, and geriatric outpatient services provided.
 
Contact Razan Malkawi at rmalkawi@ensignservices.net, or text (949) 322- 9417 for more information or to apply.

Duties:

  • Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with cognitive and/or physical functioning disorders, following regulatory and clinical standards under Occupational Therapist supervision.
  • Administer various rehabilitation procedures, including ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, exercises, modalities, and the use of supportive and assistive devices, under Occupational Therapist supervision.
  • Assess patient progress and communicate with the supervising Occupational Therapist to adjust treatments in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
  • Report treatment outcomes’ effectiveness to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Hold a current and active State license/registration where applicable
Candidates with all levels of experience are welcome

Browse our website at www.FlagshipTherapy.com and find out why we are truly different in dignifying long term and post-acute care.

At Lemon Grove Healthcare, we believe that exceptional care starts with a strong set of values that guide everything we do. As an Occupational Therapy Assistant with us, you’ll be part of a team that helps drive the CAPLICO values:
Customer Second: We put our team first, knowing that when we take care of each other, we can better serve our clients.
Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and are dedicated to delivering the highest quality care.
Passion for Learning: We are always growing and improving, embracing new knowledge to enhance our skills and stay at the forefront of physical therapy.
Love One Another: We create a supportive and caring environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.
Intelligent Risk-Taking: We are not afraid to challenge the status quo to create innovative solutions for our patients and our practice.
Celebration: We celebrate successes, big and small, and recognize the hard work and dedication of our team members.
Ownership: We take full responsibility for our roles, contributing to a shared vision of excellence in patient care.

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k w/ Match
Paid Time Off
Unlimited CEU Opportunities
Career Advancement Opportunities (Clinical and Administrative Growth Pathways)
Tuition Reimbursement
Scholarship Opportunities
Employee discounts on gym memberships, entertainment events, hotels, movies, theme parks, cell phones, and much more!

For benefit details check us out here http://ensignbenefits.com/
Eligibility for some benefits dependent on full time employment status.

Come join our amazing team where you can help express your love, compassion, energy, and creative skills for our patients!

Disclaimer: Pay rates are competitive and determined by various factors. Please note that any rates labeled as “estimated” are provided by third-party job boards and may not accurately reflect the actual pay rates.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

 
This job was posted and verified on 06/29/2026

Occupational Therapist

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST – FULL TIME
LEMON GROVE HEALTHCARE – LEMON GROVE, CA
Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday schedule
Join our team and start making a difference!
 
Lemon Grove Healthcare in Lemon Grove, CA, is seeking a Full Time Occupational Therapist to join our in-house therapy team, treating both in inpatient and outpatient cases. As a member of our team, you can expect excellent leadership, facility level decision making, competitive compensation and most of all, a fun work environment where you are appreciated and supported to do your best work.
 
Full Time: Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday schedule
Pay: $47 – $55/hour based on experience
Contact Razan Malkawi at rmalkawi@ensignservices.net for more information or to apply.
Why Join Us?
Job Stability: Be part of a growing organization that values your role.
Dynamic Team Environment: Collaborate with a high-energy team committed to excellence.
Mentorship Opportunities: Gain invaluable clinical mentorship and job shadowing experiences.
Program Development: Get involved in clinical and program development initiatives.
Leadership Development: Access initiatives to help you grow as a leader.
Safety Focus: Strong emphasis on infection control to ensure a safe environment for both staff and residents.

Explore our unique approach at www.FlagshipTherapy.com and find out why we are truly different in dignifying long term and post-acute care.

Core Values (CAPLICO)
Customer Second, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love One Another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Celebration, Ownership

Qualifications
Licensed Occupational Therapist.
Open to applicants of all experience levels.

Key Responsibilities

  • Effectively screens/evaluates patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders and develops appropriate plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards.
  • Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
  • Provides rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with cognitive and/or ADL physical functioning disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
  • Administers various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan including but not limited to: ADL retraining; therapeutic activities; therapeutic exercises; modalities; use of supportive and assistive devices; etc.
  • Assesses patient’s progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
  • Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes.
  • Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders.
  • Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
  • Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.
Join us in positively impacting the lives of our patients while thriving in an environment that values your expertise and passion. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, reach out today!

Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k w/ Match
• Paid Time Off
•  Live Unlimited CEU Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities (Clinical and Administrative Growth Pathways)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Employee discounts on gym memberships, entertainment events, hotels, movies, theme parks, cell phones, and much more!

For benefit details check us out here http://ensignbenefits.com/
Eligibility for some benefits dependent on full time employment status.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status

 
This job was posted and verified on 06/12/2026