Travel COTA: 13-Week Assignments + Stipends

AlliedTravelCareers; Canton (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Housing stipend

Travel stipend

13-week assignment rotation

Dedicated Journey Advisor support

Job summary

AlliedTravelCareers is partnering with Towne U.S. LLC to place a Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Canton, IL. This 13-week contract offers pay of $1,616 per week, with 8-hour days and travel housing stipends.

Start ASAP, travel to new locations every 13 weeks with ongoing support from Journey Advisors. Applicants should have COTA certification and be eligible for multi-state licensure; travel experience is a plus, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach is

Qualifications

• Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) from an accredited program.
• Active state licensure or eligibility for licensure in multiple states (assistance provided for travel placements).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred; new grads with strong clinical skills are welcome to apply.
• Willingness to travel and adapt to various settings (skilled nursing, hospitals, outpatient, home health).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing occupational therapy treatment plans to support patients’ rehabilitation goals.
• Help patients perform therapeutic activities to enhance their independence in daily living skills.
• Monitor and document patient progress, providing updates to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic exercises and techniques for continued progress at home.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Adaptability

Education

COTA certification

State licensure eligibility

Job description

AlliedTravelCareers is partnering with Towne U.S. LLC to place a Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Canton, IL. This 13-week contract offers pay of $1,616 per week, with 8-hour days and travel housing stipends.

Start ASAP, travel to new locations every 13 weeks with ongoing support from Journey Advisors. Applicants should have COTA certification and be eligible for multi-state licensure; travel experience is a plus, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach is