Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,376 to $1,576 per week in San Pablo, CA

We are hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in San Pablo, CA. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will support patients in regaining functional skills for activities of daily living. A recruiter will follow up with additional details after application.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or program.
• Active California COTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing facility or long-term care settings preferred.
• Experience providing ADL retraining, adaptive equipment recommendations, and restorative nursing programs preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift hours: AM 8 (8-hour day shift).
• Days per week: 5x8 schedule.
• Assignment length: 13 week assignment.

Location Highlights

San Pablo, CA offers convenient access to Bay Area destinations and local outdoor recreation. San Francisco is approximately 16 miles south, offering urban attractions such as Fisherman’s Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge within a 30–45 minute drive depending on traffic. The city is near regional parks including Wildcat Canyon Regional Park and Point Pinole Regional Shoreline, both within 10–20 minutes by car, offering hiking, waterfront trails, and bird watching. Transit options include nearby BART stations in Richmond and El Cerrito, providing connections across the Bay Area and to Oakland and Berkeley within 20–30 minutes. The area fits an urban-suburban lifestyle with access to waterfronts, local dining in downtown Richmond and El Sobrante, and convenient routes to cultural venues in Berkeley and Oakland.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A recruiter will provide specific benefit details during the hiring process.

EEO Statement

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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants.