Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,590 per week

TotalMed; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel assignment in Salinas, California. The OTA will work under the supervision of an OT to help patients develop, improve, or recover daily living skills.

The ideal candidate has 1 year of OTA experience, current BLS and NBCOT (COTA) certification, and state licensure. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Current BLS and NBCOT (COTA) certification.
• State licensure required.
• Ability to lift and assist patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
• Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT.
• Document patient performance and progress per guidelines.
• Assist with exercises, mobility training and use of adaptive equipment.
• Educate patients and families on daily living techniques.
• Maintain treatment areas and equipment cleanliness.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support care.
• Comply with state licensing rules and standards.

Skills

1 year OTA experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

NBCOT (COTA) certification

Job description

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Salinas, California.

Job Description & Requirements

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Salinas, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• 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 Salinas, CA. 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), 2 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1504922. 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.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1