Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant -$1,517 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Rockleigh, New Jersey. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Discipline:

Therapy Duration:

13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift:

8 hours Employment Type:

Travel We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Rockleigh, NJ. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help adult patients regain the skills they need for everyday life following conditions such as stroke, pneumonia, cardiac events, hip procedures, and other acute diagnoses. If you are ready to make a measurable difference, apply and a recruiter will contact you with additional details.

Minimum Requirements Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college. Active New Jersey State COTA license required to start the assignment. BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required. Facility preference: experience in skilled nursing facility (SNF) settings preferred. Clinical experience treating adult populations with stroke, cardiac, pulmonary, and post‑operative hip conditions preferred. Experience with NetHealth therapy documentation preferred. Ability to manage a productive caseload consistent with facility expectations (client notes indicate approximately 90% productivity target under typical schedules).

Assignment Details Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility. Shift name: Days. Typical schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM with a 30 minute lunch break. Patient focus: adults from hospital-level acuity (stroke, pneumonia, cardiac, hip, acute conditions). Productivity expectation: approximately 90% productive caseload. Start: ASAP candidates preferred.

Location Highlights

Rockleigh, NJ provides convenient access to metropolitan and recreational destinations. The borough is approximately 30 minutes driving distance to midtown Manhattan and about 25 minutes to Palisades Interstate Park, which offers hiking trails and riverfront vistas. Rockleigh sits near the Hudson River corridor with commuter transit options to New York City via nearby NJ Transit stations and major highways such as I-95 and the Garden State Parkway within a 20–40 minute drive. The area suits clinicians who prefer a suburban lifestyle with quick access to urban cultural attractions like museums and theaters in New York City, as well as regional outdoor options such as Ramapo Mountain State Forest and local county parks within a 15–35 minute commute.

Benefits Designed for Travelers We value your time and commitment. Benefits include comprehensive medical options, 401k matching, recruiter support, and available housing and travel assistance. Contact a recruiter for full benefit details.

EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442245. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.