Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,252 per week

About the role

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) for a position in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. This is a 13-week, 40-hour-per-week opportunity with 8-hour shifts. The role requires 1 year of experience as an OTA and a current BLS and COTA National certification. State-specific licensure is also required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
• Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
• Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

Requirements

• BLS
• NBCOT (COTA)
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Qualifications

• Current BLS and COTA National certification.
• State-specific licensure required.
• Experience as an OTA for at least 1 year.
• Ability to lift and assist patients safely.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles.

Skills

• Therapeutic activities and interventions delivery.
• Monitoring patient progress and reporting observations.
• Documentation of patient performance and progress.
• Assistance with exercises, mobility training, and adaptive equipment.
• Educating patients and families on independence techniques.
• Maintenance of cleanliness and organization.
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Licensing compliance and adherence to professional standards.

Benefits

The pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Pay

The pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

The schedule is 8 hours, days.

Benefits

The benefits are not specified in the job posting.