Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,455 to $1,655 per week in Oakland, CA

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Oakland, CA. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills needed for everyday life. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active California COTA license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing facilities or long-term care settings preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to implement treatment plans under OT supervision and document according to facility and payer requirements.
• Client requires candidates able to work a 5x8 schedule and provide consistent coverage for scheduled shifts.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift hours: 08:30–16:30.
• Work pattern: 5x8 (five 8-hour shifts per week).
• Assignment length: 15 weeks.

Location Highlights

Oakland offers urban amenities next to regional outdoor recreation. Lake Merritt is a one-mile waterfront urban park and bird sanctuary located in central Oakland, and the Oakland waterfront provides views of the San Francisco Bay and a short drive across the Bay Bridge to San Francisco. Jack London Square offers dining and transit connections via Amtrak and AC Transit, and nearby Redwood Regional Park and Tilden Regional Park are within 10–20 miles for hiking and mountain biking. The city supports an urban and culturally diverse lifestyle with museums such as the Oakland Museum of California, a variety of ethnic restaurants in Chinatown and the Fruitvale district, and easy access to BART for regional commuting to San Francisco and the East Bay.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care, therefore we offer a comprehensive benefits package beginning on day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing options available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

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.