COTA - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC; Forestville (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits and retirement

Housing options and travel assistance

24/7 recruiter support

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract at a skilled nursing facility in Forestville, MD. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to help patients regain daily living skills.

The role requires an active Maryland COTA license, willingness to travel, and experience with ADL retraining. Shift is days, 08:30-16:30, with ASAP Start and potential housing/travel support.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Maryland COTA license.
• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with ADL retraining and documentation in electronic medical records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients under OT supervision to regain daily living skills.
• Provide ADL retraining and adaptive equipment instruction as directed.
• Document patient progress and outcomes in the EMR system.

Skills

ADL retraining

EMR documentation

BLS certification

SNF/long-term care experience

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 Forestville, MD. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills needed for everyday life.

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active Maryland COTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with activities of daily living (ADL) retraining, adaptive equipment, and documentation in electronic medical records preferred.
• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift hours: 08:30-16:30.
• Start: ASAP.

Location Highlights

Forestville, MD offers convenient access to both urban and natural attractions.

The community is about 20 minutes southeast of downtown Washington, D.C., providing access to museums on the National Mall and multiple Metro lines. It is within 30 minutes of National Harbor, offering waterfront dining and entertainment along the Potomac River. The area is also about 25-40 minutes from Greenbelt Park and Patuxent Research Refuge, which provide hiking and wildlife viewing for outdoor recreation. Transit options include nearby major highways (I-95/I-495 beltway) and commuter bus connections to the capital, supporting an urban-suburban lifestyle with recreational and cultural amenities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

• Medical benefits and retirement options available.
• 24/7 recruiter support as your point of contact.
• Housing options and travel assistance may be available depending on assignment.

EEO Statement

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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants.