Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,400 to $1,500 per week in Butte, MT

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Butte, MT
Agency: Empower Professionals Inc.
Pay: $1,400 to $1,500 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Location: Butte, Montana
Contract: 13 Weeks
Start Date: November 9, 2026
Shift: Day Shift
Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours per Week

About the Position

COTA – Rehabilitation – Day Shift

We are seeking a qualified Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support occupational therapy services in a rehabilitation setting in Butte, Montana. The ideal candidate will be committed to helping patients improve their functional abilities, independence, and quality of life through individualized therapeutic interventions.

The COTA will work under the supervision of an occupational therapist to implement treatment plans, assist patients with daily living activities, monitor progress, and promote safe participation in therapeutic activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist occupational therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans.

• Support patients in developing and improving daily living skills and functional independence.

• Guide patients through prescribed therapeutic exercises and activities.

• Assist with mobility, coordination, balance, and activities of daily living as appropriate.

• Monitor patient responses to interventions and report progress or concerns to the supervising occupational therapist.

• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and strategies for daily activities.

• Maintain accurate and timely treatment documentation.

• Follow established patient safety procedures and infection-control standards.

• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team and other healthcare professionals.

• Encourage patient participation and promote a safe, supportive rehabilitation environment.

Requirements

Requirements

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) qualification.

• Applicable Montana authorization and credentialing to practice as a COTA.

• Current BLS/BCLS certification.

• No minimum years of experience specified.

• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.

• Ability to provide occupational therapy assistance in a rehabilitation setting.

• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards.

Schedule & Assignment Details

• Contract Duration: 13 weeks.

• Start Date: November 9, 2026.

• Shift: Days.

• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week.

• Setting: Rehabilitation.

• Holiday Coverage: Not required.

• Call: No call requirement.

• Overtime: After 40 hours per week, subject to applicable requirements.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to support patients in improving functional independence.

• Day-shift schedule.

• 36 hours per week guaranteed.

• 13-week contract opportunity.

• Candidates with the required COTA credentials are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should apply with an updated resume, COTA certification and Montana authorization details, current BLS/BCLS certification, availability, and current location.

Important: An RN compact license does not authorize COTA practice. Candidates must meet the applicable occupational therapy assistant credentialing and Montana authorization requirements.