Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - $1,048 per week

TotalMed Allied; Canton (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Employee assistance programs

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for an immediate travel assignment in Canton, IL. This 13-week, 35-hour-per-week role requires 1 year of OTA experience, state licensure, and current BLS and COTA National Certification.

Eligible candidates will provide direct therapy, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a travel setting. The position emphasizes patient education, safety, and adherence to facility standards, with pay packages

Qualifications

• 1 year of OTA experience required.
• Current BLS certification and COTA National Certification required.
• State licensure is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
• Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
• Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

Skills

OTA experience

Education

BLS certification

COTA National Certification

Job description

Job Location

Canton, Illinois

Specialty

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Discipline

Therapy

Duration

13 weeks 35 hours per week

Shift

7 hours, days

Employment Type

Travel

We're looking for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) for an immediate travel opening in Canton, IL. The right OTA should have 1 year of experience. Read below for more requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
• Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
• Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

Requirements

• Must have 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• The ideal candidate must hold a current BLS and COTA National certification.
• State-specific licensure is required.
• OTAs should be able to lift and assist patients safely, demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles.

Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Pay package is based on 7 hour shifts and 35.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Job ID #1479789.

Posted job title: Occupational Therapy Assistant - OTA - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1