Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant

Company: World Nurses
Location: Los Altos
Posted on: February 4, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description World Nurses is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in LOS ALTOS, California. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant - Discipline: Therapy - Duration: 13 weeks - 30 hours per week - Shift: 10 hours, flexible - Employment Type: Travel We’re hiring nationwide and encouraging multi-location candidates to apply for exciting opportunities across multiple states. Qualified applicants from across the U.S. are welcome—wherever you’re based, there’s a role waiting for you. Job Description: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Contract Job Type: Contract Position Urgency: Normal Duration: 13 weeks Positions Available: 1 Guaranteed Hours: 30 hours per week Schedule: Varies Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Position Overview We are seeking a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a contract assignment in a Skilled Nursing Facility. The COTA will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to help residents improve independence with daily activities and functional skills. Key Responsibilities - Assist in implementing individualized occupational therapy treatment plans - Provide therapeutic activities focused on ADLs, fine motor skills, strength, and coordination - Monitor patient progress and report findings to the supervising Occupational Therapist - Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment - Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility standards - Ensure patient safety and compliance with therapy protocols Required Qualifications - Active state Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license (must be current) - Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred - Strong communication, teamwork, and patient care skills Additional Details - Minimum experience: less than 1 year (new graduates encouraged to apply) - No holiday coverage required - Bilingual skills not required - EMR system: Not specified Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and hold the required certifications to be eligible for application./n About World Nurses World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in placement. Benefits - Medical benefits - Referral bonus - Relocation bonus

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