Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,746 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners; New Jersey; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Full medical benefits

401k matching

24/7 recruiter support

Referral bonuses

100% paid housing

Travel and license reimbursement

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners seeks a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a Skilled Nursing Facility position in Cape May, New Jersey. The assignment runs 13 weeks with a 40-hour week, dayshift, from 08:30 to 16:30, and includes a travel contract.

Minimum requirements include an accredited OT degree and NJ COTA licensure; BLS may be required. Prior SNF, geriatric, and restorative therapy experience is preferred. Benefits, housing support, and travel reimbursement are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active New Jersey COTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Client requires ability to follow established facility documentation procedures and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.
• Preferred: prior experience with geriatric populations and restorative therapy programs.

Skills

COTA license NJ

BLS Certification

SNF experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Cape May CT Hse, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/21/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active New Jersey COTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Client requires ability to follow established facility documentation procedures and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.
• Preferred: prior experience with geriatric populations and restorative therapy programs.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift details: Days 0830-1630.
• Schedule: 5x8.
• Travel contract weeks: 13-week assignment.

Location Highlights

Discover Cape May, NJ, a coastal destination with historic charm and outdoor access. Located at the southern tip of New Jersey, Cape May offers Victorian architecture in the historic district and is within a short drive to Cape May Point State Park and the Cape May Lighthouse. The area provides beach access along the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay, seasonal whale-watching and birding opportunities at Cape May Bird Observatory, and a 30–45 minute drive to ferry service connecting to Lewes, DE. The locale fits a relaxed coastal lifestyle with nearby dining, tourism-oriented shops, and easy access to regional transit routes for travel to nearby cities such as Atlantic City or Wildwood.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

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 celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #438661. 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.