Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Frederick, Maryland
Acute Care Hospital Setting
13-Week Travel Assignment
Monday – Friday | Day Shift (6:30/7:00 AM – 3:00/3:30 PM)
30 Hours per Week

Pay Package

Estimated Weekly Pay: $1800/week

Position Overview

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

This role is based in a fast-paced acute care hospital where the COTA will treat a diverse patient population including orthopedic, neurological, behavioral health, and critical care cases. The position includes a mix of 1:1 treatments, ADLs, and group therapy sessions.

Key Responsibilities

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

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

• Deliver 1:1 therapy sessions and group treatments

• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising OT

• Educate patients, families, and hospital staff

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EMR systems

• Meet productivity standards and clinical expectations

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Requirements

• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

• Active Maryland COTA License (or eligibility)

• Minimum 1 year of acute care hospital experience required

• BLS Certification (AHA or Red Cross)

• Strong communication, time management, and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading group therapy sessions

• Experience in hospital-based EMR systems

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Additional Details

• Multidisciplinary team environment (~40 clinicians)

• Productivity expectations: 65–75% (21–24 billable units/day)

• Focus on patient-centered, high-quality care