Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) – Internal Travel Program

Symbria; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Professional liability coverage

100% employer-funded ESOP retirement plan

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Symbria is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for the Internal Travel Team. This full-time role offers opportunities for nationwide assignments while providing the benefits of permanent employment. Responsibilities include reviewing patient charts, assisting in evaluations, and delivering therapeutic interventions. Ideal candidates must have an accredited COTA program degree, an active COTA license, and strong communication skills. Symbria offers competitive salary, generous PTO, and comprehensive benefits including a 100% employer-funded retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active COTA license in operating states or ability to obtain licensure.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent observation, problem-solving, and basic math skills.
• Customer-service oriented with strong teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review assigned patient charts and gather necessary background information.
• Assist Occupational Therapist in gathering evaluation data.
• Modify short‑term goals and adapt treatment techniques as needed.
• Deliver Occupational Therapy interventions to restore and maintain function.
• Complete accurate clinical and billing documentation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

Observation skills

Problem-solving skills

Mathematical skills

Customer-service orientation

Teamwork abilities

Education

Graduate of accredited COTA program

Active COTA license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Internal Travel Team

Full-Time | Nationwide Assignments

Are you a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who is passionate about improving the lives of older adults? Looking for a variety of travel assignments while maintaining full-time stability and benefits?

Join Symbria's Internal Travel Team!

Symbria is seeking compassionate and motivated COTAs to join our full-time Internal Travel Team. Enjoy the flexibility of travel while receiving the perks of permanent employment, including health insurance, PTO, and continuing education.

Travel assignments are available throughout our organization across 10 states and diverse care settings, with a competitive salary plus a monthly travel stipend.

Responsibilities

• Review assigned patient charts and obtain necessary background information
• Assist the supervising Occupational Therapist in gathering evaluation data within established areas of expertise
• Seek guidance from the supervising Occupational Therapist when evaluation data falls outside COTA scope of practice
• Modify short‑term goals and adapt treatment techniques to meet established plans of care and individual patient needs
• Discuss treatment plans and progress with patients and families as appropriate
• Deliver prescribed Occupational Therapy interventions to restore and maintain function and prevent disability, including:
  • Therapeutic exercises and activities to improve upper extremity function
  • Activities addressing sensory and perceptual skills
  • Exercises and activities to enhance coordination
  • Instruction in self‑care tasks such as hygiene, bathing, dressing, transfers, eating, homemaking, and leisure activities
  • Education on body mechanics, joint protection, and work simplification
• Complete accurate and timely clinical and billing documentation
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to support patient outcomes
• Maintain productivity standards and comply with Symbria policies, Code of Conduct, and travel assignment requirements
• Utilize provided technology to enhance documentation and patient care
• Travel to assigned Symbria locations and provide personal transportation between assignments
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Active COTA license in Symbria operating states or ability to obtain licensure (including compact eligibility)
• Must hold a full license in state of residence if utilizing a compact license
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent observation, problem‑solving, and basic math skills
• Customer‑service oriented with strong teamwork abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience in acute care, long‑term care, or rehabilitation preferred (not required)

Travel Assignment Details

• 13‑week internal travel assignments with opportunities to extend or transition to new locations
• Monthly living stipend based on assignment location and travel requirements
• One year of continuous assignments guaranteed
• After one year, choose relocation assistance for a permanent role or continue as part of the internal travel team

What We Offer

• Competitive, market‑aligned compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package with generous PTO
• Professional liability coverage
• 100% employer‑funded ESOP retirement plan
• Continuing education opportunities

Symbria is an Equal Opportunity Employer.