Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,671 per week in Gainesville, FL

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Location: Gainesville, FL

Agency: Towne U.S. LLC

Pay: $1,671 per week

Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Towne U.S. LLC to find a qualified Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Gainesville, Florida, 32608!

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our rehabilitation team for a travel assignment. Working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the COTA will provide high-quality therapy services designed to help patients improve functional abilities, increase independence, and enhance their overall quality of life.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated therapy professional to expand their clinical experience while working in a new healthcare environment. The ideal candidate is adaptable, patient-focused, and committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Provide therapeutic activities and interventions to improve ADLs, fine motor skills, coordination, strength, balance, and functional performance
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes or concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Assist patients in developing skills needed to safely perform daily activities and maximize independence
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques, assistive equipment, home exercise programs, and safety strategies
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, physicians, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Participate in care planning and assist with discharge planning as appropriate
• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional therapy environment
• Adapt quickly to new facilities, teams, documentation systems, and patient populations

Requirements

• Required: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Required: Active COTA license in the state of assignment or ability to obtain
• Previous clinical experience preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Ability to adapt quickly to new clinical environments
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly travel pay
• Housing and travel stipends
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Dedicated recruiter and clinical support throughout the assignment
• Travel assignment with potential for extension
• Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of healthcare settings
• Opportunities for future travel assignments and continued professional growth

About Towne U.S. LLC

Towne U.S. is a proud member of the Towne Family of Companies, which has been building community and opportunity since 1991. Born from a commitment to people-first values, Towne U.S. extends the Towne legacy into the world of healthcare staffing—specializing in placing travel physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and allied professionals across the United States.

With a foundation rooted in over three decades of operational excellence and service, Towne U.S. brings a uniquely personal approach to travel healthcare. Each provider is supported by a dedicated Journey Advisor, ensuring transparency, trust, and tailored guidance throughout every assignment.

Our mission is simple: connect passionate professionals with life-changing opportunities—while being radically transparent every step of the way. As part of the Towne Family, we inherit a deep tradition of integrity, compassion, and operational excellence, and we strive to embody those values in everything we do.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• COTA
• OT

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