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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant – UHC Staffing

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Location: Canaan, Connecticut

Start Date: 08-01-2026

End Date: 10-31-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Candidate Pay Rate: $42 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

Assist occupational therapists in implementing treatment plans to help patients regain independence
Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and activities tailored to their goals
Document patient progress and communicate with the therapy team to adjust care
Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and safety strategies
Contribute to a positive, healing environment in a skilled nursing facility

Qualifications

Current state license as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Connecticut
Associate's degree from an accredited COTA program
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Compassionate patient care approach
Ability to work effectively with older adults in a long-term care setting

Knowledge & Skills

Rehabilitation techniques and therapeutic exercises
Patient documentation and electronic medical records
Adaptive equipment and activities of daily living training
Time management and organizational skills
Collaborative care within a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

Generous housing stipend to help you settle in comfortably
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance from day one
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Weekly pay and direct deposit for financial ease
Travel reimbursement to get you here and back
A dedicated recruiter supporting you throughout your assignment

Travel Perks: Explore Canaan, Connecticut

Explore the scenic Berkshires and nearby hiking trails like Mt. Riga and South Taconic Trail. Visit historic Salisbury, enjoy local farm-to-table dining, or take a weekend trip to the cultural hubs of Lenox and Great Barrington just minutes away.

Apply Now

Ready to start your next adventure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant? Let's get you moving forward!

Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.

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