Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,263 to $1,463 per week in Monterey, CA

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a great facility. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you’ll help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. If you’re ready to make a real difference, apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active CA COTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience required.
• Experience using Rehab Optima (NetHealth) electronic documentation system preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred if not already listed as required.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: day.
• Shift Name: Other.
• Floating: Candidate may be required to float to other facility units as needed.

Location Highlights

Monterey, CA offers coastal and cultural attractions within short drives. Monterey Bay Aquarium is on Cannery Row and downtown Monterey is about a 5–10 minute drive from many central neighborhoods, providing waterfront dining and maritime exhibits. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is approximately 10 miles south, offering coastal trails and marine wildlife viewing for an adventurous lifestyle. Big Sur coastline lies about a 30–45 minute drive south along Highway 1, providing scenic drives, hiking, and state park access for outdoor recreation. The Monterey Peninsula features Pebble Beach and 17-Mile Drive within a 10–20 minute commute from central areas, supporting a suburban yet tourist-friendly pace. Transit options include Monterey-Salinas Transit routes connecting to Salinas (roughly 15–25 minutes) and Amtrak Thruway bus connections to regional rail, supporting commuter and regional travel needs.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be.
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan.
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email.
• Competitive Referral Bonuses.
• 100% Paid Housing Available.
• Travel & License Reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Travel COTA and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. 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. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

EEO Statement

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.

Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with the details.