Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $39 per hour in Frederick, MD

Location: Frederick, MD

Start Date: 02-05-2026

End Date: 05-07-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 30

Candidate Pay Rate: $39 per hour

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy services following individualized treatment plans
• Provide morning ADL support and one-on-one therapy that makes a real difference in recovery
• Facilitate meaningful group treatments to build skills and community for patients
• Document timely and accurately in the hospital EMR to support care continuity and compliance
• Meet clinical, departmental, and regulatory expectations while maintaining patient-centered care
• Conduct patient and family education and collaborate with physicians and nursing teams
• Contribute positively to a multidisciplinary team and help foster a culture of collaboration

• Graduated from an ACOTE-accredited OTA program
• Current Maryland Occupational Therapy licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure in Maryland
• Minimum 1 year of hospital acute care experience as a COTA
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Strong hospital-based EMR documentation skills
• Experience running OT groups is a plus
• Excellent time management, flexibility, and communication skills

• Degree from an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program (Associate degree or equivalent)

• Skilled in ADLs, transfers, and functional mobility training
• Experience with 1:1 treatment and group therapy facilitation
• Comfortable treating orthopedic, neurological, behavioral health, and critical care caseloads
• Proficient with hospital EMR systems and accurate clinical documentation
• Ability to deliver patient and family education effectively
• Strong teamwork, adaptability, and productivity focus in a fast-paced environment

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision options to keep you healthy and focused
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can stay current with ease
• Travel support and coordination for a smooth contract experience
• Paid time off to rest, recharge, and come back ready to care
• A supportive, therapist-driven team culture that celebrates growth and collaboration
• Professional development and learning opportunities to expand your clinical skills
• Clear, predictable schedules for better work-life balance
• Employee assistance and peer support to help you thrive at work

Frederick is a delightful base for your contract: stroll historic Downtown Frederick with its brick streets, boutique shops, and lively dining scene; enjoy scenic walks along Carroll Creek Park or Baker Park; explore history at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine; take weekend escapes to Cunningham Falls and Catoctin Mountain Park for hiking and waterfalls; and benefit from easy drives to Baltimore, Gettysburg, and Washington, DC for museums and city life. Local breweries, farmers markets, and arts festivals make your off-duty hours fun and full of discovery.

Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Acute Care? Let's get you moving forward!

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