COTA - Travel Contract
Not Disclosed•ContractorOn-site
location_onBronx Zoo, 2300, Southern Boulevard, The Bronx, Bronx County, New York, 10460, United States
About the Role
We are hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a travel contract role at a premier 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 position offers the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve, allowing you to make a real difference in patient care while exploring new locations.
Location Highlights
The Bronx offers a vibrant urban lifestyle with rapid transit access via multiple NYC subway lines, providing typical commute times under one hour to Midtown Manhattan. The borough is home to the New York Botanical Garden and the Bronx Zoo, both within a short transit ride, alongside family-friendly outdoor recreation. For those seeking nature, Pelham Bay Park and Van Cortlandt Park offer hiking trails and waterfront access along Long Island Sound within a 20–30 minute drive. Clinicians can enjoy easy access to major museums, diverse dining districts such as Arthur Avenue, and multiple commuter rail and bus options for regional travel.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, which is why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day. This includes weekly on-time pay, full medical benefits, a 401k matching plan, and 100% paid housing. Additional perks include travel and license reimbursement, competitive referral bonuses, and 24/7 recruiter support available by text, phone, or email.
Join Jackson Therapy Partners
Join Jackson Therapy Partners to enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. We offer a variety of career options, including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed specifically for therapy professionals.
Hiring Process
If you are ready to make a real difference, apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.
Equal Opportunity
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
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 under OT guidance
- check_circleProvide ADL retraining to patients in skilled nursing settings
- check_circleDocument patient progress in electronic medical records
- check_circleFollow treatment plans developed by supervising Occupational Therapists
- check_circlePlan and implement therapeutic activities for patient care
- check_circleRecommend adaptive equipment to support patient independence
Requirements
- verifiedAssociate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college
- verifiedActive New York State COTA license
- verifiedBLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required
Nice to Have
Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting. Demonstrated experience providing ADL retraining, therapeutic activity planning, and adaptive equipment recommendations. Ability to follow treatment plans developed by a supervising Occupational Therapist and document patient progress in electronic medical records.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleFull Medical Benefitscheck_circle401k Matching Plancheck_circle100% Paid Housing Availablecheck_circleTravel & License Reimbursementcheck_circleCompetitive Referral Bonuses
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Occupational Therapy, Cota License, BLS Certification, Adl Retraining, Therapeutic Activity Planning, Adaptive Equipment Recommendations, Electronic Medical Records.
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
A COTA - Travel Contract at Jackson Therapy Partners is responsible for the following: Help patients regain skills needed for everyday life under OT guidance; Provide ADL retraining to patients in skilled nursing settings; Document patient progress in electronic medical records; and Follow treatment plans developed by supervising Occupational Therapists.
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; and BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
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; Adl Retraining; Therapeutic Activity Planning; Adaptive Equipment Recommendations; and Electronic Medical Records.
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.