Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - SNF / LTC - $1,604 per week

Centra Healthcare Solutions, Inc.; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

401(k) plan with matching

Direct deposit and weekly pay

CEU reimbursement

Licensure reimbursement

Housing accommodations or lodging per‑

Job summary

Centra Healthcare Allied seeks a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a position in Salinas, California. The assignment runs 13 weeks, with 40 hours per week, 8-hour day shifts, and a travel employment type.

The agent requires CA licensure or active process to obtain licensure and SNF/LTC experience is preferred. The role emphasizes accountability for aligning with the organization's mission, values, and goals while providing high-quality therapy services in a travel

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Experience in SNF/LTC settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide COTA services in SNF/LTC environments.
• Collaborate with the OT team to implement care plans.
• Maintain documentation and ensure quality patient care.

Skills

COTA experience

Travel therapy

Job description

Centra Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Salinas, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Centra Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Salinas, California.

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experiencedCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) that is licensed or in the immediate process, and qualifies, of obtaining Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) licensure in the state of CA to work in the specialty area of SNF / LTC.

• This is a contract position
• 5x8 Days schedule.
• This role assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission and critical goals of the organization into their job performance.

Minimum Requirements include:

• 1 year of recent experience as a(n) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• SNF / LTC experience required.
• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license within the state of practice.

About Centra:

Centra Healthcare's mission is to provide unparalleled service enabling professionals to concentrate on caring for America. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each professional's criteria.

Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra:

• Mileage reimbursement to assignment (if applicable)
• Highly competitive pay package
• 401(k) plan with matching
• Direct deposit and weekly pay
• CEU reimbursement
• Medical credentials reimbursement
• A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States
• High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan
• Licensure reimbursement
• Housing accommodations or Lodging per diems (if you qualify for reimbursements)
• Flexibility of work schedule, including guaranteed hours (if applicable)
• Assignment completion bonuses (if applicable)

Centra Healthcare Allied Job ID #920136. Pay package is based on 8.0 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) SNF / LTC