Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,334 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners; Huron (SD); On-site; USD 64,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits & 401k matching

24/7 recruiter

Referral bonuses

Housing covered

Travel & license reimbursement

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a 13-week assignment in Huron, South Dakota. You will work 40 hours per week under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist to help patients regain daily living skills in a Skilled Nursing Facility.

Minimum requirements include an Associate degree in OT and an active state license; BLS may be required. We offer comprehensive benefits and travel reimbursements to support your assignment.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with licensure/registration in the state (as required).
• Active State License required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients under supervision of a licensed OT to regain daily living skills.
• Perform OT-related therapeutic interventions per plan of care.
• Document patient progress and communicate with OT supervisor.

Skills

COTA

Education

Associate degree in OT

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Huron, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a great facility. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you’ll help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #457787. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Travel COTA and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

Location Highlights

Huron is home to the South Dakota State Fairgrounds and sits about 55 miles from DeSmet, known for its Laura Ingalls Wilder historic sites. The city offers access to Ravine Lake and Memorial Park, and it is about 2 hours from Sioux Falls for additional dining, shopping, and regional air travel. Outdoor recreation includes fishing and boating on nearby Lake Byron and hiking at Maga Ta-Hohpi Waterfowl Production Area, both within about 30 miles of Huron. Huron also features a quieter small‑city setting with local museums and easy access to U.S. Highway 14 for regional travel across eastern South Dakota.

EEO Statement

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.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award‑winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value‑driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.