Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - $1,491 per week

Focus Staff is seeking a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Toms River, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Trade the familiar for the extraordinary! We’re seeking travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) for a travel assignment Toms River, NJ where your skills help patients thrive. Join an elite travel team and make an impact where it counts.

Contract Assignment - 13 Weeks (Temporary)
Shift: 5x8 Days

Why travel COTAs choose Focus Staff:

• Rewarding Your Commitment : Weekly direct deposits, housing stipends, 401(k), loyalty and referral bonuses.
• Your Wellbeing, Our Priority : Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one with no waiting period, plus access to legal concierge services and identity theft protection.
• Journey Made Simple : Travel assistance, relocation support, licensure reimbursement, and exclusive hotel discounts.
• Flexibility Meets Support : Dedicated recruiters, 24/7 clinician support, flexible scheduling, pet-friendly housing options, and pet insurance to support your full lifestyle on assignment.

COTA Requirements:

• Minimum two years of experience
• Must possess independent decision-making skills.
• Solid understanding of patient safety and precautions
• Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients and families.
• Ability to relate positively to residents and families and work cooperatively with other employees.
• Meet all local health regulations, and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
• Physical and sensory requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices): walking, reaching, climbing, bending, lifting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to hear and respond to pages; ability to read and write; ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with residents, families, personnel, vendors and consultants; ability to remain calm under stress; ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures.

COTA Responsibilities:

• Provides patient care as an Occupational Therapy Assistant to patients in assigned facility (or facilities).
• Assist patients under direction of an Occupational Therapist to maximize their potential in activities of daily living including areas of self-care, meal time skills, and manipulation skills
• Constructs adaptive equipment, self-help devices as recommended by OT
• Assists OT to instruct and educate patients and families for home care and carry over.
• Properly and accurately documents/charts observations and other data related to the clinical condition of the patient.
• Delivers age appropriate care for the patient population.
• Attends and participates in continuing education programs to monitor proficiency, expand current knowledge and enhance professional excellence. Willingly shares knowledge and provides clinical orientation to other members of the staff.

Job Type: Contract/Temporary/Travel
Location: Toms River, NJ

About Focus Staff :

Focus Staff is a traveler-first healthcare staffing agency connecting talented travel nurses and allied health professionals with top assignments nationwide, prioritizing your unique needs and giving you complete control over your journey. Our mission is to help you create the life you love while exploring the country, advancing your healthcare career with competitive pay, and doing what you do best, providing exceptional patient care that makes a difference.

Interested in becoming a traveler with Focus Staff? Discover why travelers choose us, apply today!

Focus Staff is an EEO/AA (Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action) Employer.

*Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice. Exact pay package may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, travel distance, demand, experience, etc.

Focus Staff Job ID #a0xVt00000LjLNZIA3. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel OT - Occupational Therapist

About Focus Staff

Your Journey, Our Focus. Travel Confidently, Care Boldly with Focus Staff.

At Focus Staff, we’re here to make your travel healthcare career rewarding, seamless, and stress-free.

Whether you’re a travel nurse, therapist, or allied health professional, we take care of the details so you can focus on what you do best — caring for others. Our mission is simple: to help healthcare heroes like you thrive, no matter where your journey takes you.

With thousands of job opportunities across all 50 states, our dedicated recruiters work closely with you to match you to the right assignment, based on what matters most to  you  — pay, location, benefits, or career growth.

From day one, you’ll enjoy premium benefits like medical coverage that bridges between assignments, 401K matching, travel and licensing reimbursements, and personalized housing support. Plus, our team is here for you 24/7, with clinical support available whenever you need guidance or backup.

At Focus Staff, we believe in making every assignment a smooth, comfortable, and empowering experience.  Let’s make your next adventure your best one yet.