Travel COTA - $1,679 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly on-time pay

Full medical benefits & 401k matching

24/7 recruiter support

Referral bonuses

100% paid housing for travel

Travel & license reimbursement

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract in Edison, New Jersey. You will work under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist to help patients regain skills for daily life and independence.

This role offers travel flexibility and a chance to make a real difference in patient care. Minimum requirements include an associate degree in Occupational Therapy, an active state license, and BLS certification if required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment.
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to regain daily living skills.
• Provide compassionate, goal‑oriented therapy to support recovery and independence.

Skills

COTA

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Edison, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/21/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a great facility. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you’ll help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. If you’re ready to make a real difference.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 0830-1630.
• 30-minute meal break.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that’s how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Travel COTA and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

Location Highlights

Edison, New Jersey offers access to major transit and regional attractions. Edison is about 35 miles from Manhattan and is served by NJ Transit at nearby Metropark, offering rail service to New York Penn Station. Roosevelt Park and the Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park provide green space and a historic landmark within the city. The area also offers access to the New Jersey Shore in about an hour and to Rutgers University in nearby New Brunswick, giving the location both suburban convenience and regional activity.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #459323. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.