Job Openings Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

About the job Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – LTC

Harrisonville, Missouri
Long Term Care / LTAC Setting
13-Week Travel Assignment
Monday – Friday | 8-Hour Days (Flexible Schedule)
40 Hours per Week

Pay Package

Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,561/week

Position Overview

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a 13-week assignment in Harrisonville, Missouri.

The COTA will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to provide rehabilitative care that improves patients' ability to perform daily activities and regain independence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide occupational therapy treatments under the direction of an Occupational Therapist

  • Assist patients with ADLs, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities

  • Implement treatment plans and therapeutic interventions

  • Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising OT

  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy plans

  • Document patient care, treatment minutes, and progress accurately

  • Participate in interdisciplinary care meetings and discharge planning

  • Maintain compliance with regulatory and clinical standards

Requirements

  • Active Missouri COTA License

  • Minimum 1 year of OTA/COTA experience required

  • Experience in Long Term Care (LTC) or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) required

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Additional Details

  • No call or weekend requirements

  • Flexible daily schedule (must be consistent and coordinated with leadership)

  • New grads considered with Level II clinical experience