COTA - Travel Contract

We are hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role in Knox City, TX at a skilled nursing facility. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain skills for everyday life through therapeutic activities, ADL training, adaptive equipment instruction, and caregiver education. If you are ready to make a difference, apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active TX state license or compact license required to start the assignment.
• Minimum 2 years of OTA experience in a long term care or skilled nursing setting. (Required)
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience implementing treatment plans, documenting patient progress, and instructing patients and caregivers on ADLs and adaptive equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with discharge planning or DOR (discharge of record) processes. (Preferred)
• Experience with common long term care operational tasks including equipment cleaning and basic administrative duties. (Preferred)

Assignment Details

• Shift: 8 hr days - 40 hrs guaranteed.
• Weekend requirement: None.
• Compact license accepted; TX license or compact required.

Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package begins on day one.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral bonuses and travel/license reimbursement options.
• 100% paid housing available when applicable.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide skilled occupational therapy assistance in a skilled nursing environment. You will execute therapy plans designed by the supervising OT, document progress, instruct patients and families on adaptive strategies, and support safe, functional independence for residents. Your role will include treatment implementation, ADL training, adaptive equipment instruction, and routine documentation and reporting.

Location Highlights

Knox City offers a quiet, small-town environment near regional outdoor attractions and local amenities. Knox City is within driving distance of Lake Kemp for fishing and boating and located in North Central Texas with convenient access to US Highway routes for regional travel. The area provides a suburban and rural lifestyle with local parks, community events, and short commutes to neighboring towns for shopping and dining.

EEO Statement

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.