Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,455 per week

TotalMed

Big Spring (TX)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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TNAA TotalMed Allied seeks a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a Big Spring, TX assignment. The OTAs work under an OT to help patients develop daily living skills and functional abilities. Strong communication and alignment with treatment plans are essential.

Requirements include 1 year OTA experience, BLS, and NBCOT (COTA); state licensure is required. This travel role offers 40 hours weekly with an 8-hour day shift and paid travel benefits.

Qualifications

Must have 1 year of OTA experience.
Current BLS and NBCOT (COTA) certification required.
State licensure required.

Responsibilities

Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions under supervision of the OT.
Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT.
Document patient performance and progress per facility/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 to support coordinated care.
Comply with state licensing rules and professional standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Anatomy knowledge

Education

BLS certification

NBCOT (COTA)

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

TNAA 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
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.

As a OTA, you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients of all ages develop, improve, or recover the skills needed for daily living and working. You will assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and functional abilities.

As an OTA, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

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.

OTAs should be able to lift and assist patients safely, demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles.

Requirements*

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 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Occupational Therapy Assistant - OTA - Travel

About TNAA 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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