Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist Assistant - $1,665 per week
Job Summary
An Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) specializing in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) settings is needed in Canaan, Connecticut. This position involves providing rehabilitative therapy services to patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The role is integral to patient recovery and requires adherence to facility protocols and clinical standards.
Position
Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Location
Canaan, Connecticut
Start Date
08/01/2026
Duration
13 weeks
Shift
- Days shift
- 8 hours per day
- Minimum of 40 hours per week
Employment Type
Travel
Required Qualifications
- Certification as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
- Valid license to practice in Connecticut
- No minimum years of experience required
- Willingness to work in the specified location
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) environment
- Familiarity with facility policies and procedures
Job Details
The role involves assisting in patient assessments, implementing treatment plans, and documenting patient progress in accordance with clinical guidelines and facility SOPs. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.
Benefits
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Pay Package
The 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 Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.