Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant — New York, NY

About the Role

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a travel contract at a skilled nursing facility in the Bronx, NY. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the essential skills needed for everyday life. This role offers the flexibility to explore different locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide.

Location Highlights

The Bronx offers a vibrant urban and cultural lifestyle with amenities within a short commute to Manhattan. The area features large green spaces like Van Cortlandt Park and Pelham Bay Park, along with cultural destinations such as the Bronx Zoo and Yankee Stadium. Public transit links to Manhattan via subway and commuter rail typically take under 45 minutes. Clinicians can enjoy accessible waterfronts along the East River and nearby coastal access on Long Island Sound.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting others and offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day. This includes weekly on-time pay, full medical benefits, a 401(k) matching plan, and 100% paid housing. Additional perks include travel and license reimbursement, competitive referral bonuses, and 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.

Hiring Process

Apply now and a recruiter will reach out to you with further details regarding the assignment.

Equal Opportunity

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Bronx Zoo, 2300, Southern Boulevard, The Bronx, Bronx County, New York, 10460, United States

New York, New York

Key Responsibilities

check_circleHelp patients regain skills needed for everyday life
check_circleWork under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist
check_circleProvide care in a skilled nursing facility setting

Requirements

verifiedAssociate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college
verifiedActive New York State COTA license
verifiedBLS certification from AHA or ARC
verifiedExperience working in skilled nursing facility settings
verifiedPrevious travel COTA experience
verifiedExperience with restorative nursing programs

Nice to Have

Previous travel COTA experience. Experience with restorative nursing programs.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleFull medical benefits starting first daycheck_circle401(k) matching plancheck_circle100% paid housingcheck_circleTravel and license reimbursementCompetitive referral bonuses

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Occupational Therapy, Cota License, BLS Certification, Restorative Nursing Programs.

Education: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college required.

Frequently asked questions about COTA - Travel Contract at Jackson Therapy Partners

What does a COTA - Travel Contract at Jackson Therapy Partners do?expand_more

In this COTA - Travel Contract at Jackson Therapy Partners role, you will help patients regain skills needed for everyday life; work under the guidance of a licensed occupational therapist; and provide care in a skilled nursing facility setting.

What are the requirements for this COTA - Travel Contract role?expand_more

Jackson Therapy Partners is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college; Active New York State COTA license; BLS certification from AHA or ARC; Experience working in skilled nursing facility settings; Previous travel COTA experience; and Experience with restorative nursing programs.

Where is the COTA - Travel Contract role at Jackson Therapy Partners located?expand_more

COTA - Travel Contract at Jackson Therapy Partners is based in Bronx Zoo, 2300, Southern Boulevard, The Bronx, Bronx County, New York, 10460, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this COTA - Travel Contract job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Jackson Therapy Partners has listed this COTA - Travel Contract role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this COTA - Travel Contract role?expand_more

Candidates for COTA - Travel Contract at Jackson Therapy Partners should have mid level.

What skills do you need for the COTA - Travel Contract role at Jackson Therapy Partners?expand_more

Key skills for COTA - Travel Contract at Jackson Therapy Partners include Occupational Therapy; Cota License; BLS Certification; and Restorative Nursing Programs.

What education is required for COTA - Travel Contract at Jackson Therapy Partners?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college required.

What category does the COTA - Travel Contract role belong to?expand_more

COTA - Travel Contract at Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

COTA - Travel Contract