Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,491 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Washington, District of Columbia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Washington, DC. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help residents regain the skills needed for daily living through therapeutic activities, adaptive equipment training, and documentation of progress. If you are ready to contribute clinical skill and compassion, apply and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active District of Columbia COTA license or ability to obtain required DC licensure prior to start.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC is required prior to start.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a COTA in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with ADL retraining, durable medical equipment recommendations, and restorative nursing programs preferred.
• Competence in documentation within electronic health record systems preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift details: Days 08:30–16:30.
• Schedule pattern: 5x8.
• Assignment length: 13 weeks.

Location Highlights

Washington, DC offers extensive cultural and outdoor options within short travel times. The National Mall and Smithsonian museums are within the city center and accessible via Metro in 10–20 minutes from many neighborhoods, providing museum and monument access. The Georgetown waterfront and Potomac River offer waterfront dining and a 2–4 mile network of walking and bike trails for an active lifestyle. Rock Creek Park is within the city and features over 30 miles of trails and picnic areas for quiet outdoor recreation. The U Street and Adams Morgan districts provide vibrant nightlife, music venues, and diverse dining within short Metro rides, supporting an urban, walkable lifestyle. Reagan National Airport is about 10 minutes by car from the downtown area and Union Station provides regional rail and Amtrak connections for weekend travel.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. A recruiter will share details about the benefits package during the application process.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442248. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.