Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Acute Care Job

Overview
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Acute Care specialty in a school setting in Roseburg, Oregon. Start date: 08/24/2026. This travel assignment runs for 42 weeks with a weekly pay range of $2,219 to $2,300. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: Days. Setting: K-12 school environment serving elementary, middle, or high school students, with involvement in birth-to-three and three-to-five teams as part of the multidisciplinary approach.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,219–$2,300 per week
- Contract duration: 42 weeks
- Shift: Days, Monday–Friday
- Start date: 08/24/2026
- Setting: School-based OT for birth-to-three and preschool-to-fifth-tear teams
- Expected hours: 40 hours per week, paid for hours worked; no pay for school holidays or closings

Responsibilities
- Deliver direct occupational therapy services to students in a school-based setting, focusing on birth-to-three and preschool (three-to-five) teams
- Implement individualized therapy plans; contribute to IEP goals; support fine motor skills, handwriting, sensory processing, self-care, and functional participation in classroom activities
- Assess students as appropriate, document progress, and maintain accurate therapy notes in compliance with school policies
- Collaborate with teachers, speech-language pathologists, and other multidisciplinary team members; participate in IEP and service delivery meetings
- Adapt activities and materials to meet diverse student needs; ensure safety and confidentiality; adhere to school calendar and policies

Requirements
- Active Oregon license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or equivalent eligibility
- Education: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting
- Certification: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant credential
- Experience: School-based/pediatric setting experience; birth-to-three and preschool team involvement preferred
- Setting: Ability to work effectively in a school setting (K-12) with strong communication and teamwork skills

Benefits and Support
- Competitive weekly pay
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- 42-week school-year style contract to align with the school calendar

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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