Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - $1,048 per week

About the role

TotalMed Allied is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a 13-week travel job in East Peoria, Illinois. The position involves 35 hours per week, 7-hour shifts, and requires 1 year of experience as an OTA. The ideal candidate must hold a current BLS and COTA National certification, along with state-specific licensure.

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)
• 2 Years of experience as an OTA

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification
• National COTA 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

Skills

• Therapeutic activities delivery
• Mobility training assistance
• Adaptive equipment use
• Education of patients and families
• Cleanliness and organization maintenance
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Licensing compliance

Benefits

• Tax-free stipend amount to be determined
• Pay package based on 7 hour shifts and 35 hours per week

Pay

The pay package is based on 7 hour shifts and 35 hours per week (subject to confirmation).

Schedule

The shift is 7 hours, days.