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Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Job

$1,590 - $1,643 per week

Healthforce

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Location: Mount Olive, North Carolina, United States. Start date: 06/01/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,590–$1,643 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 Days, 08:00–16:30. Work setting: corrections health care in a correctional environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,590–$1,643 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 06/01/2026
- Work setting: correctional health care

Responsibilities
- Implement and adapt OT treatment plans under supervision to meet individual goals.
- Facilitate therapeutic activities to improve fine motor skills, activities of daily living (ADLs), and cognitive strategies.
- Monitor progress, document outcomes, and communicate patient responses to the OT team.
- Support gait, balance, range of motion, and strength training; assist with ADLs and energy conservation.
- Prepare and maintain equipment, materials, and treatment spaces; adhere to infection control and safety protocols.
- Collaborate with OT, nursing, psychology, and security staff to coordinate care while safeguarding patient privacy and safety.

Requirements
- Active North Carolina license/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or eligible for licensure.
- Certification: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential.
- Education: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting from an accredited program.
- Experience: Clinical OT experience; travel or corrections setting experience preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration abilities; ability to work effectively in a correctional health care setting.
- Eligibility for a 13-week assignment and the ability to meet assignment start date requirements.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
- Nationwide travel opportunities
- Extension opportunities when available

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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