Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Acute Care Job

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (Acute Care)

• Start Date: 09/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days (Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. typical)
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 per week
• Weekly Pay Range: $2,381–$2,598

Work Setting

Inpatient acute-care environment

Responsibilities

• Assess Patients: Conduct assessments, interpret evaluations and test results, and develop occupational therapy treatment plans in collaboration with physicians or based on prescriptions.
• Implement Therapy Programs: Design and implement therapy programs aimed at improving or restoring physical or mental functioning, including activities of daily living, sensorimotor tasks, and functional skills. Supervise aides and technicians as needed.
• Promote Patient Independence: Tailor therapies to each individual’s capacity, cognition, and interests. Coordinate with employers for return-to-work preparations when applicable.
• Monitor Progress: Regularly monitor patient progress, document care, adjust plans as necessary, and participate in discharge planning with the care team. Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and necessary equipment.
• Safety and Confidentiality: Ensure patient safety, adhere to infection control protocols, maintain confidentiality, and uphold equipment and environmental standards. Contribute to continuous quality improvement and professional development.

Requirements

• License: Colorado Occupational Therapy License (issued by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies)
• Certification: National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification
• Training: BLS (Basic Life Support)/CPR certification required
• Experience: Previous experience in OT, preferably in acute-care or inpatient settings
• Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT) from an accredited program and current licensure/registration as applicable

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Travel Support: 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Assignment Support: Dedicated assignment support and onboarding
• Onboarding: Fast credentialing assistance and guidance through the licensing and clearance steps
• Opportunities: Extension or additional travel assignments upon completion

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States. We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings.