COTA - Travel Contract

We are hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role in Tucson, AZ at a hospital. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will assist patients in regaining skills needed for daily activities. Apply if you are committed to patient-centered care and teamwork. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active AZ State license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience conducting individual patient therapy regimens under the supervision of an OT.
• Experience documenting progress notes and daily notes according to departmental timeframes.
• Ability to follow safety, infection control, and isolation guidelines.
• Experience collaborating in interdisciplinary team conferences and discharge planning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an acute hospital or inpatient rehabilitation environment preferred.
• Familiarity with safe patient handling and materials handling preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift pattern: 5x8.
• May be required to float to other facilities as needed.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We provide a comprehensive benefits package effective from day one.

• 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.

Impacting Patient Care

Perform patient therapy under OT supervision and modify treatment during sessions in collaboration with the OT. Participate in team processes, complete timely documentation, and follow facility guidelines for personal appearance, attendance, and safety. Promote continuous quality improvement and contribute to discharge planning and patient/family education. Maintain flexibility in scheduling and attend appropriate team conferences.

Location Highlights

Tucson sits near Saguaro National Park and is approximately 20 minutes from downtown to the park's western district. The city offers access to outdoor recreation such as hiking in Sabino Canyon and driving the scenic Mt. Lemmon Highway, with Mt. Lemmon about a 4060 minute drive from central Tucson. Tucson features cultural attractions like the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and the historic fourth avenue shopping and dining district, providing a suburban-to-urban lifestyle with desert and mountain access within short commutes.

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.