Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,205 to $1,405 per week in Merkel, TX

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Merkel, TX
Agency: Jackson Therapy Partners
Pay: $1,205 to $1,405 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a great facility. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you’ll help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. If you’re ready to make a real difference, apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
• 2 years COTA experience
• TX License or compact

Assignment Details

• 8-hour shifts
• Weekend requirement: None

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day. 

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan 
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email 
• Competitive Referral Bonuses 
• 100% Paid Housing Available 
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Travel COTA and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you. 

Location Highlights

Merkel offers access to West Texas landmarks and open-air recreation within a short drive. Abilene is about 20 miles east and features Frontier Texas! and The Grace Museum, offering dining, shopping, and cultural attractions in a small urban hub. Abilene State Park is roughly 35 miles away and provides hiking, fishing, and camping, while Lake Fort Phantom Hill adds boating and waterfront views within about 30 miles. Merkel also has convenient access to Interstate 20, making regional travel toward Sweetwater and downtown Abilene practical for clinicians seeking a quieter setting with nearby city amenities.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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 celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.