COTA - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners; Eckard (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical benefits

401k matching

Recruiter support

Referral bonuses

Housing options

Job summary

Jackson Healthcare seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract at a skilled nursing facility in Havana, IL. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life.

Assignment details include a 13-week length with a Days shift and a 5x8 schedule, starting ASAP. Opportunities for occasional float to nearby Havana/Cuba facilities and potential housing and benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois COTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in SNF or long-term care preferred.
• Experience with restorative programs, ADL training and adaptive equipment preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and document patient care per facility policies.
• Willingness to float between Havana, IL and Cuba, IL facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients under supervision of OT to regain daily living skills.
• Document patient care according to facility policies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to plan care.

Skills

Collaboration

ADL training

Restorative programs

Documentation

Team communication

Float between facilities

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

We‘re hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Havana, IL. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active Illinois COTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Prior experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with restorative programs, ADL training, and use of common adaptive equipment preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and document patient care according to facility policies.
• Willingness to participate in a split assignment and float between nearby facilities in the local area as needed (split between facilities in Havana, IL and Cuba, IL).

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days .
• Schedule: 5x8.
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks.
• Start: ASAP.

Havana, IL offers access to outdoor recreation and small-town amenities within short drives. The city sits on the Illinois River with riverfront access and boating opportunities less than 1 mile from downtown. The area provides proximity to Illiniwek Forest Preserve and the Emiquon National Wildlife Refuge, both within a 20-30 minute drive for hiking and birdwatching. Havana is roughly 80 miles west of the Chicago metro suburbs and about 30 miles north of Peoria, offering a suburban-to-rural lifestyle with easy access to regional shopping, dining, and cultural venues. Commuting options include local roads connecting to I-74 and nearby transit hubs in Peoria for regional travel. The community suits clinicians seeking a quiet, small-town setting with outdoor and riverfront recreation within short drives and regional urban amenities within an hour.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We respect your time and commitment.

• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan may be available.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral bonuses and travel and license reimbursement may apply.
• 100% paid housing options may be available.

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.