Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - $1,451 per week in Albuquerque, NM

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Agency: Ambition 24Hours
Pay: $1,451 per week
Shift Information: Rotating - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 9/28/2026

About the Position

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Position Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Specialty: Occupational Therapy

Employment Type: Travel Contract

Contract Length: 13 Weeks

Start Date: September 28, 2026

End Date: December 26, 2026

Shift: Day Shift | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours Per Week

Pay Rate: $36.60 - $42.70 Per Hour

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for a 13-week assignment. The ideal candidate will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to help patients improve functional abilities, regain independence, and enhance their quality of life through therapeutic interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Assist patients in improving activities of daily living (ADLs) and functional mobility.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic exercises and home programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatments and patient progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support positive patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Active Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) License/Certification required.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current BLS certification preferred.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Previous rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or post-acute care experience preferred.

Assignment Details

• Profession: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
• Specialty: Occupational Therapy
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours Per Week
• Pay Rate: $36.60 - $42.70 Per Hour
• Assignment Dates: 09/28/2026 - 12/26/2026

Additional Information

• Guaranteed weekly hours.
• Consistent weekday schedule.
• Agencies/candidates must have any required state caregiver account or credentialing completed before assignment start, where applicable.
• Excellent opportunity to gain valuable travel therapy experience.