Travel COTA - $2,075 per week

Critical Connection, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Medical, dental and vision benefits

License reimbursement

CEU allowance

Relocation assistance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a 13‑week assignment in Carmichael, California. Start date is 11/02/2026 with 40 hours per week, dayshift, full-time travel employment.

You will support patients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and participate in documentation and patient education. New graduates are welcome to apply, with housing stipend and travel stipends available.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an OTA program.
• Active state COTA license or pending.
• New graduates welcome.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy treatments under OT supervision.
• Assist patients with functional activities, ADLs, and mobility.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising OT.
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation.

Skills

COTA license

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree from OTA program

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Carmichael, California.

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Schedule: Full-Time | Flexible Scheduling Options
Guaranteed Hours: Yes (varies by assignment)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support patients in improving functional skills and independence under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

This role offers flexibility, professional support, and growth opportunities. New graduate COTAs are welcome to apply.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver occupational therapy treatments under OT supervision
• Assist patients with functional activities, ADLs, and mobility
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising OT
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques
• Complete accurate and timely documentation

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited OTA program
• Active (or pending) state COTA license
• New graduates welcome
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay packages
• Guaranteed hours (assignment-dependent)
• First-day medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Housing stipend and meals & incidentals (travel roles)
• License reimbursement
• Relocation assistance (when applicable)
• $1,200 CEU allowance per year
• 401(k) plan
• Disability and life insurance
• Weekly direct deposit

Why Work With Us

• Dedicated recruiter support
• Transparent contracts
• Nationwide placement options
• Clinician-first culture

Critical Connection, inc Job ID #19115671. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Therapy:CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (COTA),07:00:00-15:00:00