Job Description & Requirements
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled - (COTA - Skilled)
StartDate: 12/8/2026
Available Shifts: 8 D
Pay Rate: $1600.00 - $1649.00
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Lancaster, CA | SNF | 13-Week Contract
Well-respected Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) is seeking a highly motivated and energetic Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join their team in Lancaster, CA. Candidates must be willing to support a friendly, positive, and professional environment while providing quality patient care.
Position Highlights:
13-week contract assignment
Skilled Nursing Facility setting
Supportive interdisciplinary team
Immediate interview and start opportunities
Competitive compensation and benefits available
Why Lancaster? Located in the Antelope Valley, Lancaster offers abundant sunshine, beautiful desert scenery, and easy access to Southern California attractions. Enjoy the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, local dining and shopping, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to Los Angeles.
Apply today to learn more about this exciting COTA opportunity in Lancaster, CA!
Competitive Pay & Full Weekly Stipends
Comprehensive Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, and Life)
401K with Matching Plan
State License Reimbursements
Access to AMN’s Free Online CEU Database
The Most Trusted Recruiters in the Industry
Priority Access to Exclusive Orders with AMN Clients.
Required Qualifications
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Skilled
Experience: 1 year
Licenses: OTA-CA
References: 1 Reference in entire work history
Preferred Qualifications
SNF Experience
CA License
Covid Vaccination/Booster
Facility LocationHome to Judy Garland, John Wayne and Frank Zappa the famous musician, Lancaster is a one of the oldest non-coastal towns in the United States. The city has a super indoor mall called Park City Center where many come to shop and visit. Lancaster is also famous for being quite innovative and always adopting advanced technology before some of the other cities.
Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:
- Competitive pay rates
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Competitive Housing Deal
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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