Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,455 per week

TotalMed Allied

Big Spring (TX)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

8 days ago

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TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a 13‑week assignment in Big Spring, Texas. The OTA will provide therapy services under supervision, with 40 hours per week and a typical 8‑hour day schedule.

State licensure and current BLS/NBCOT (COTA) certification are required for this travel position. The role emphasizes documentation, patient education, and collaboration with the therapy team to maintain high standards of care and patient independence.

Qualifications

1 year of OT/Aide field experience required.
Current BLS certification required.
NBCOT (COTA) certification and state licensure required.

Responsibilities

Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

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Job Description & Requirements

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Big Spring, Texas.

Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant

Discipline: Therapy

Start Date: 09/21/2026

Duration: 13 weeks

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift: 8 hours, days

Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) for an immediate travel opening in Big Spring, TX. The right OTA should have 1 year of experience. Read below for more requirements.

Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

Must have 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. The ideal candidate must hold a current BLS and COTA National certification. State-specific licensure is required.

BLS, NBCOT (COTA), 1 Year*
Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1485343.

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: Occupational Therapy Assistant - OTA - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

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