Travel COTA - $1,511 per week

ARMStaffing

Hayward (CA)

On-site

USD 64,000 - 82,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits
Onboarding made easy
Clinical support
401k retirement plan
Travel reimbursement
Housing allowance
Meals
Referral bonuses

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Hayward, California. The role requires supporting our therapy team by implementing treatment plans and assisting patients to improve function during a 13-week assignment.

The position features a 36-hour work week with 12-hour rotating shifts, and a travel contract through ARMStaffing’s network. Start date is 10/12/2026, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered care and documentation.

Qualifications

  • Must hold a valid COTA certification and have relevant experience in occupational therapy.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans with the occupational therapy team.
  • Help patients perform exercises and therapeutic tasks to improve function.
  • Document patient progress and communicate findings with the therapy team.
  • Ensure a safe and supportive environment for all patients during therapy sessions.

Skills

COTA certification
Therapy
Patient care

Job description

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Hayward, California.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: 10/12/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, rotating
  • Employment Type: Travel

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position with 30 hours guaranteed per week, starting as soon as possible.

Schedule

Shift varies throughout the assignment period.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support our team in providing exceptional therapy services. In this role, you will assist in implementing treatment plans, working closely with patients to enhance their quality of life through various therapeutic activities.

Responsibilities

  • Assist occupational therapists in the implementation of individualized treatment plans.
  • Help patients with exercises and therapeutic tasks to improve their physical and emotional well-being.
  • Document patient progress and communicate findings with the therapy team.
  • Ensure a safe and supportive environment for all patients during therapy sessions.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Must hold a valid COTA certification and have relevant experience in the field of occupational therapy.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

  • Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
  • Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
  • Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
  • 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
  • Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
  • Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

  • SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
  • SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
  • Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
  • Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
  • We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

ARMStaffing Job ID #38039843. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: COTA:Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant,19:00:00-07:00:00

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.

The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting

  • Local and travel contracts
  • Temp-to-perm employment
  • Direct-hire personnel
  • Per Diem
  • Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
  • Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
  • 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
  • Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
  • Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
  • Medical Benefits
  • Company-matched 401K
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