Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Acute Care Job

Travel assignment for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in an acute-care setting in Montana. Start date: 09/14/2026 for 13 weeks.

About the Role

This temporary travel assignment is in a long-term care / nursing home environment, with a weekday (Monday–Friday) shift.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor therapeutic activities under supervision of a licensed OT for residents in a long-term care setting.
• Assist with evaluation-driven treatment plans, range-of-motion and strengthening exercises, and activities-of-daily-living training.
• Provide gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility support as appropriate.
• Document progress notes, treatment sessions, and patient responses in the care record.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation, nursing, and therapy teams to coordinate discharge planning and goals.
• Maintain patient safety, infection control, and equipment sanitation during therapy sessions.

Requirements

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Montana or eligibility for licensure.
• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• One year of OT/COTA-related experience preferred, in long-term care or acute-care settings.
• Ability to work Monday–Friday with reliable attendance; willingness to travel as part of a travel assignment.
• Strong documentation and communication skills; ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with basic EMR documentation and therapy equipment operation.

Pay

Weekly pay range: $1,893–$1,932 per week with 36 guaranteed hours.

Schedule

Weekdays (Monday–Friday) for 13 weeks.

Benefits

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment.
• Dedicated assignment support from onboarding through completion.
• Travel logistics and scheduling assistance.
• Access to nationwide travel opportunities.
• Potential for assignment extensions based on performance and facility needs.