Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,564 per week

Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant • Discipline: Therapy • Start Date: 09/14/2026 • Duration: 13 weeks

About the role

We're looking for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) for an immediate travel opening in Warsaw, VA. The right OTA should have 1 year of experience. As an OTA, you 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. You will assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and functional abilities.

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

• 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Current BLS certification.
• COTA National certification (NBCOT).
• State-specific licensure.
• 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.

Schedule

• 40 hours per week.
• 8-hour day shifts.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Sick pay.
• Wellness and fitness programs.
• Referral bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Benefits start on day 1.

About TNAA TotalMed Allied

TotalMed 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. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare.