Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,555 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching

24/7 Recruiter

Referral Bonuses

100% Paid Housing Available

Travel & License Reimbursement

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners seeks a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a 13-week assignment in Yuma, Arizona. The role is a hospital setting with 40 hours per week, starting 10/05/2026.

Under supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you’ll assist patients in regaining daily living skills during this travel contract. Minimum requirements include an Associate degree in Occupational Therapy, AZ COTA license, CPR, and BLS (if required).

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active State License required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification may be required by some employers.
• Current AZ COTA license required to start.

Skills

COTA Certification

Arizona License

BLS Certification

CPR Certification

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Yuma, Arizona.

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• 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
• Current AZ COTA license required to start
• CPR (Basic) required to start
• Completed Orientation Documents required to start

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 8 hours
• Assignment setting: Hospital

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

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

Yuma offers direct access to outdoor landmarks and cross-border culture in southwestern Arizona. Gateway Park sits along the Colorado River in central Yuma, and the Yuma East Wetlands provide walking trails and wildlife viewing within a short drive of downtown. Historic Downtown Yuma includes the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park and the Century House Museum, while Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area is about 30 miles west for off-road adventure. The city also offers access to Martinez Lake and the Colorado River for boating and fishing, and Phoenix is roughly a 3-hour drive for additional urban amenities and air travel connections.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #461130. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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.