Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,685 Per Week

Critical Connection, Inc; Salinas (CA); On-site; AUD 107,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Meals & incidentals

License reimbursement

Relocation assistance

CEU allowance

401(k) plan

Life and disability insurance

Weekly direct deposit

Job summary

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Salinas, California. The position offers flexibility, professional support, and growth opportunities for new graduates as well.

Responsibilities include delivering OT treatments under supervision, assisting with ADLs, monitoring progress, educating patients and caregivers, and keeping timely documentation. Travel roles include housing stipend and relocation assistance where applicable.

Qualifications

• Active (or pending) state COTA license.
• Associate’s Degree from an accredited OTA program.
• New graduates welcome.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy treatments under OT supervision.
• Assist patients with functional activities, ADLs, and mobility.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising OT.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation.

Skills

COTA license

OT supervision

ADLs & mobility

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in OTA

Job description

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Salinas, California. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Discipline:

Therapy Start Date:

10/20/2026

Duration:

13 weeks 36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours, rotating

Employment Type:

Travel Schedule:

Full-Time | Flexible Scheduling Options

Guaranteed Hours:

Yes (varies by assignment)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patients in improving functional skills and independence under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. This role offers flexibility, professional support, and growth opportunities. New graduate COTAs are welcome to apply.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver occupational therapy treatments under OT supervision
• Assist patients with functional activities, ADLs, and mobility
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising OT
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques
• Complete accurate and timely documentation

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited OTA program
• Active (or pending) state COTA license
• New graduates welcome
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay packages
• Guaranteed hours (assignment-dependent)
• First-day medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Housing stipend and meals & incidentals (travel roles)
• License reimbursement
• Relocation assistance (when applicable)
• $1,200 CEU allowance per year
• 401(k) plan
• Disability and life insurance
• Weekly direct deposit

Why Work With Us

• Dedicated recruiter support
• Transparent contracts
• Nationwide placement options
• Clinician-first culture