Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - $1,587 per week

Job Description & Requirements
Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Salinas, California.

Specialty:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Discipline:

Therapy

Start Date:

05/11/2026

Duration:

13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours, rotating

Employment Type:

Travel

Schedule
Full-Time | Flexible Scheduling Options

Guaranteed Hours: Yes (varies by assignment)

About the Opportunity
We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patients in improving functional skills and independence under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

This role offers flexibility, professional support, and growth opportunities. New graduate COTAs are welcome to apply.

What You’ll Do

Deliver occupational therapy treatments under OT supervision

Assist patients with functional activities, ADLs, and mobility

Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising OT

Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques

Complete accurate and timely documentation

Qualifications

Associate’s Degree from an accredited OTA program

Active (or pending) state COTA license

New graduates welcome

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive weekly pay packages

Guaranteed hours (assignment-dependent)

First-day medical, dental, and vision benefits

Housing stipend and meals & incidentals (travel roles)

License reimbursement

Relocation assistance (when applicable)

$1,200 CEU allowance per year

401(k) plan

Disability and life insurance

Weekly direct deposit

Why Work With Us

Dedicated recruiter support

Transparent contracts

Nationwide placement options

Clinician-first culture

Critical Connection, inc Job ID #17838850. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Therapy:CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (COTA),07:00:00-19:00:00

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