Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - $1,334 per week
About the role
Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a 13-week assignment in Bellingham, Washington.
Responsibilities
- Help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
- Active State License to start the assignment.
- BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
Qualifications
- Minimum requirements include an Associate degree in Occupational Therapy.
- An active state license is required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification may be required from AHA or ARC.
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques and principles.
Benefits
- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits.
- 401k matching plan.
Pay
The pay package is based on 8-hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation).
Schedule
Shifts are 8 hours per day.
Location Highlights
- Bellingham offers access to waterfront recreation and mountain landscapes.
- Boulevard Park is along Bellingham Bay with walking trails and shoreline views.
- Fairhaven Historic District is about 10 minutes from downtown with shops and restaurants in a preserved nineteenth-century setting.
- Mount Baker Ski Area is roughly 55 miles east and offers skiing and snowboarding.
- Chuckanut Drive provides a scenic coastal route with views of the San Juan Islands and access to Larrabee State Park.
- The city is about 90 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia and about 90 miles north of Seattle, giving travelers regional access by Interstate 5 and proximity to two major metro areas.
- Western Washington University is located in the city.
- Whatcom Falls Park features more than 200 acres of trails, waterfalls, and forested green space.
Benefits Package
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
- 24/7 recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel & License reimbursement.
About Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
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.