COTA - Travel Contract

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Atlantic, IA. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. This opening is to provide emergency coverage while the facility's COTA is out for at least six weeks. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active Iowa COTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC preferred. (Preferred)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a COTA in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with ADL retraining and durable medical equipment (DME) assessment preferred.
• Ability to provide coverage on short notice for emergency staffing needs for a minimum six-week period.
• Patient care task (PCT) requirement: able to perform duties at the 85% PCT level as defined by the client.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Assignment Purpose: Emergency coverage for a COTA medical absence of at least six weeks.

Location Highlights

Atlantic, IA offers access to regional parks and a small-city lifestyle. The city is within a short drive of Lake Atlantic recreational areas and is about 45 minutes from the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge in Council Bluffs for riverfront activities. Atlantic is near DeSoto State Park and is roughly a one-hour drive to portions of the Loess Hills for hiking and scenic overlooks, offering an outdoor-oriented, suburban-rural lifestyle. Transit options include regional bus routes and easy highway access to I-80 within a 30- to 45-minute drive, supporting commutes to nearby urban centers and local amenities such as downtown shops, community theaters, and weekly farmers markets.

Benefits Designed for Travelers


We value your commitment to patient care, therefore we offer a comprehensive benefits package beginning your first day.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide


Join a travel COTA team and gain flexibility and stability while supporting patient recovery in skilled nursing. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. A recruiter will provide assignment specifics and next steps.

EEO Statement


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 associates.