Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,355 to $1,555 per week in Watsonville, CA

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Watsonville, CA
Agency: Jackson Therapy Partners
Pay: $1,355 to $1,555 per week
Shift Information: 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
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility is required.

Assignment Details

• Shift details vary.

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

Watsonville offers access to both coastal recreation and regional travel corridors in Central California. Pajaro Dunes and Sunset State Beach are both within about 20 miles, and Monterey Bay destinations including Santa Cruz are reachable in roughly 30 minutes. The city sits near Highway 1 and Highway 152, providing access to Gilroy and Monterey, and Elkhorn Slough offers kayaking and wildlife viewing within a short drive. Watsonville has a quieter, suburban-coastal setting, and landmarks such as the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and nearby Moss Landing add local entertainment and waterfront options.

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.