Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,883 per week

Preferred Healthcare Staffing; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel position in a renowned healthcare facility. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your therapy skills while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. You'll work under the supervision of an occupational therapist, helping patients regain essential skills for daily living. Join a reputable staffing agency committed to providing personalized service and support. If you're passionate about patient care and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Package

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Retirement Planning

Impactful Community Engagement

Qualifications

• Must hold an active state license as a certified occupational therapy assistant.
• 6 months of COTA experience within the last 5 years is required.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in achieving therapy goals set by the occupational therapist.
• Document patient care efficiently and report progress to supervisors.

Skills

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Patient Care

Documentation Skills

CPR/BLS Certification

Education

Active State License

COTA Experience

Job description

Preferred Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Pittsburg, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline : Therapy
• Start Date : 05 / 12 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Certified Occupational Therapy Assis tant (COTA) - Skilled Nursing Facility

COTA Job Summary :

We are looking for a talented Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with Skilled Nursing Facility experience to work at an excellent healthcare facility in Pittsburg, California. This is a fantastic opportunity to build upon your occupational therapy skills while advancing your COTA career. The job will entail providing therapy and rehabilitation services to patients at the facility. You care about patients and are committed to empowering them to participate more fully in daily tasks when that ability is compromised by a health condition. Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, you will help patients develop, recover, improve, and maintain the skills needed for daily living and working.

Job Responsibilities :

• Support patients to help them progress towards the targets agreed upon with the occupational therapist.
• Carry out observations. For example, how a patient copes with daily living functions.
• Accurately report patient status and progress to supervisor.
• Document patient care in a timely, legible, and efficient manner.
• Utilize resources and materials in an efficient and safe manner.
• Perform all duties promptly in a competent and caring manner.

Job Requirements :

• Active state license as a certified occupational therapy assistant
• Current CPR / BLS certification
• 6 months of COTA experience within the last 5 years

What We Offer :

• Competitive pay package
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching
• Retirement planning and savings options
• Ability to make an impact in the communities we serve

featured opportunity

Preferred Healthcare is a well-established and highly reputable staffing agency that specializes in placing therapy and allied health professionals in positions carefully aligned with their skills and career goals. We pride ourselves on honesty, building lasting relationships, and genuinely taking care of our HCPs. We believe this helps to achieve our mutual goal : better patient care. Awarded Best of Staffing (6 years straight!) and Certified by The Joint Commission. For immediate consideration, please call or apply to this job.

Preferred Healthcare Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as designated by federal, state, or local law.

Preferred Healthcare Staffing Job ID #275788. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Preferred Healthcare Staffing

We care for you, so you can care for others”

When you decide to join Preferred, you get a partner working tirelessly by your side to ensure all your needs are met. From the outset and throughout your tenure with us, you’ll receive personalized service and be treated with kindness and respect. This exclusive treatment is what distinguishes us from the rest. Don’t just take our word for it, Preferred has won ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing in both Client and Talent Satisfaction for eight straight years, earning us the coveted diamond award in each category. Experience the Preferred touch today!