Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,416 per week

About the role

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a 13-week assignment in St Joseph, Missouri. This full-time position involves 40 hours per week on an 8-hour day shift.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist (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 of 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Current BLS certification.
• Active COTA National certification (NBCOT).
• 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.

Pay

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.

About TNAA TotalMed Allied

At TotalMed, we’re a team who prioritizes gold-standard customer care by enhancing the recruiter-traveler partnership with integrity and a supportive experience. Our recruiters help evaluate top healthcare jobs nationwide, providing detailed information to assist you in making the best career decisions in a no-pressure atmosphere. Benefits of working with TotalMed include:

• Top-paying contracts.
• 24/7 concierge one-on-one service.
• Long or short-term contracts available nationwide.
• Recognition as a top agency in recent traveler surveys (Highway Hypodermics, Travel Nursing Central).