Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,921 per week

Critical Connection, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Meals & incidentals

License reimbursement

Relocation assistance

CEU allowance

401(k) plan

Disability and life insurance

Weekly direct deposit

First-day medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role involves delivering occupational therapy treatments under OT supervision, assisting patients with ADLs and mobility, and documenting progress with the supervising OT.

New graduates are welcome to apply, with guaranteed hours and a travel-friendly schedule. Housing stipends, stipends for meals and incidentals, and relocation assistance are offered, along

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited OTA program.
• Active (or pending) state COTA license.
• 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

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

COTA license

Education

Associate’s Degree in OTA

Job description

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• 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

Critical Connection, inc Job ID #19115668. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Therapy:CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (COTA),07:00:00-15:00:00