Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Position Overview

Two Occupational Therapy Assistants are needed for a 13-week assignment providing restorative and rehabilitative OT services to adults 55 and older in both center-based and home-based settings. The role focuses on Amergisizing participant independence, safety, and performance of ADLs through structured therapeutic interventions.

Assignment Details

• Modality: Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Openings: 2

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

• Hours per Week: 40

• Contract Length: 13 weeks

• Start Date: 09/08/2026

• Charting System: Athena

• Interview: Client will call candidate once in client review

• Shift Cancellation Policy: 2 shifts per 13 weeks

• Avg Ratio/Caseload: None

Responsibilities

• Perform OT testing and restorative/rehabilitative interventions

• Provide therapy in both center and home environments

• Support participant independence and safety

• Enhance performance of ADLs

• Work with adults 55+ with chronic or complex conditions

• Document all care in Athena

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

Required Experience & Certifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience

• Active COTA license (California) required

• Certifications and licenses required per position

Submission Requirements

Submission Packet:

• RightSourcing Cover Page (company attachments)

• Resume (no Amergis branding)

• Two references (no Amergis branding)

• Skills checklist

• Certifications and licenses

In email to BDM:

• Has the candidate worked there before?

• If yes: staff or agency, manager name, dates of work

• Does the candidate have a family member working for Welbe?

Facility Details

• Orientation: Mondays

• First Day Instructions: Sent by client once cleared

• Dress Code: Provided in FDI

• Timekeeping: Magnit

• General Environment: The program serves adults 55+ who meet nursing-facility level of care and can live safely at home with support. Participants may have mobility limitations, arthritis, diabetes, cognitive impairment, dementia, and other chronic conditions.

Compensation

Travel COTA

Weekly Pay Package: $2,362/week Hourly Pay: $23/hr Meals Stipend: $518/week Housing Stipend: $924/week

Local COTA

Weekly Pay Package: $2,080/week Hourly Pay: $52/hr

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis.

Contact: Tyler Figgis Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io

Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services including treatment, implementation, standardized assessment data, and documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current certification or licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant required

• One (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Allied

Job Function: Allied | Occupational Therapy Assistant | Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0671

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $2080 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-08-18T12:33:33