COTA - Travel Contract

We‘re hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Santa Clara, CA. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. If you are ready to make a real difference, apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active California COTA license or ability to obtain state licensure prior to start.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
• Ability to assist with transfers, ADL training, and use of common rehab equipment such as therapeutic modalities, adaptive equipment, and splinting materials preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Monday through Friday, 0800-1630.
• Work Days: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri.
• Meal Break: 30 minutes.
• Contract Length: 13 weeks.
• Guaranteed Hours: 35 hours per week.
• May assist with weekend coverage as needed.

Location Highlights

Santa Clara offers convenient access to major Bay Area attractions and outdoor recreation. The city sits within Silicon Valley, approximately 10 miles from downtown San Jose and about 45 miles south of San Francisco across the Bay, providing urban amenities and transit via Caltrain and VTA light rail. Travelers can reach Santa Cruz beaches and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park within a 45–60 minute drive, offering coastal and redwood forest experiences for an adventurous lifestyle. Nearby cultural attractions include Levi‘s Stadium and the Intel Museum within a short commute, and the area provides abundant dining options, tech-industry hubs, and suburban conveniences for a balanced lifestyle.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting others. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package starting 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.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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 of our associates.