Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,407 per week

About the role

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a travel job in Gordon, Nebraska. Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant; Discipline: Therapy. Duration: 13 weeks, 40 hours per week, Shift: 8 hours, days, Employment Type: Travel. This is an immediate opening. The OTA will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients of all ages develop, improve, or recover the skills needed for daily living and working, and assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and functional abilities.

TotalMed Allied is a Top Ten travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states, offering local and travel jobs and matching caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. TotalMed focuses on putting highly‑skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience, specializing in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health.

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

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Current BLS and COTA (NBCOT) certification.
• State‑specific licensure required.
• Ability to lift and assist patients safely.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles.
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1

Schedule

Duration: 13 weeks; 40 hours per week; Shift: 8 hours, days.