Travel Occupational Therapist Assistant - $800 per week
TotalMed · Forestville, MD · 1 mo ago
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About the role
TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist Assistant for a 13-week assignment in Forestville, Maryland. The position requires 30 hours per week, 8-hour shifts, and a 1-year experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
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 (Basic Life Support)
- National Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
- 2 years of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
- State-specific licensure is required
- Ability to lift and assist patients safely
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles
Qualifications
- Current BLS and COTA National certification
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles
- Ability to lift and assist patients safely
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed hours
- Continuing education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Pay
The pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 30.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Schedule
The shift is 8 hours, days.