Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant General Job

Healthforce; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

24/7 recruiter support

Extension opportunities

Nationwide assignments

Dedicated support during assignment

Job summary

Healthforce seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel assignment in Rutland, Vermont. The 13-week contract offers 35 hours per week, with shifts 5x8 from 08:00 to 16:30 in a skilled nursing facility.

Start date is December 21, 2026. Housing assistance and dedicated recruiter support are included as part of benefits for this travel position.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential and eligible to practice.
• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility following a directed plan of care.
• Strong written and verbal communication; collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
• Available for a 13-week travel assignment with guaranteed 35 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing OT evaluations and help develop the plan of care for adults.
• Implement and adjust OT interventions to meet rehabilitation goals in SNF.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and adaptive equipment as prescribed.
• Monitor progress and update care plans; communicate findings to supervising OT.
• Collaborate with nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure safe, client-centered care.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

COTA credential

Job description

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, General, travel assignment in Rutland, Vermont, United States. Start date: December 21, 2026. Duration: 13 contract weeks. Weekly pay: $1,433–$1,557 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30. Setting: skilled nursing facility. Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment. Hiring organization: Healthforce Healthcare LLC. This open travel opportunity seeks an active COTA to join a multidisciplinary team in a skilled nursing setting.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $1,433–$1,557 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
• Start date: December 21, 2026
• Setting: skilled nursing facility travel assignment

Responsibilities

• Conduct or contribute to initial and ongoing occupational therapy evaluations and assist in developing the plan of care for adult residents.
• Implement and adjust evidence-based OT interventions to address rehabilitation goals within a SNF setting.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, therapeutic activities, and adaptive equipment as prescribed.
• Monitor and document resident progress, communicate findings to the supervising OT, and update care plans as needed.
• Collaborate with nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure safe, client-centered care and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Active Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) credential; eligible to practice in the setting as applicable.
• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant or equivalent credential.
• Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility environment and follow a directed plan of care.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
• Availability for a 13-week travel assignment with guaranteed 35 hours per week.

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours
• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Extension opportunities
• Housing assistance
• Fast credentialing
• Nationwide assignments
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment