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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Hayward, CA
Start Date: 02-23-2026
End Date: 05-25-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Sunday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (day)
Hours per Week: 35
Candidate Pay Rate: $46 per hour
Roles & Responsibilities
- Implement individualized occupational therapy interventions under the supervising OT to help patients regain independence
- Assist in developing, carrying out, and adapting treatment plans and therapeutic activities
- Document patient progress thoroughly and communicate updates to the interdisciplinary care team
- Educate patients and families on adaptive strategies, equipment use, and home safety
- Collaborate with OTs, PTs, nurses, and support staff to coordinate comprehensive care
- Maintain a safe therapeutic environment and ensure proper use and upkeep of equipment
- Support discharge planning with practical recommendations and community resource referrals
Qualifications
- Current COTA credential (required)
- Active or eligible for California state registration/licensure as required
- Comfortable working day shifts including weekend coverage as scheduled
- Strong clinical documentation and patient communication skills
- Previous experience in inpatient, rehab, or contract settings preferred
- CPR/BLS certification preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire
Education
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program (Associate degree or equivalent)
- Completion of any state-required certification/licensure processes for COTA practice
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of therapeutic techniques for activities of daily living and adaptive equipment
- Skill in patient assessment, progress measurement, and treatment documentation
- Strong verbal and written communication for patient education and team collaboration
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced interdisciplinary environment
- Familiarity with electronic health records and regulatory compliance
Benefits
- Housing assistance and travel coordination to make your contract move easier
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options to keep you healthy
- Licensure assistance and support to help you maintain required credentials
- Retirement savings plan and life insurance options for long-term security
- Paid time off to recharge between shifts and assignments
- Continuing education support and CEU assistance so you can keep growing
- Referral program to reward you for recommending great teammates
- A collaborative interdisciplinary team that truly values your contributions
Travel Perks: Explore Hayward, CA
Hayward sits in the vibrant East Bay — explore the Hayward Regional Shoreline for birdwatching and waterfront walks or relax in the quiet Hayward Japanese Gardens. Outdoor fans will love nearby Sunol Regional Wilderness and Redwood Regional Park for hiking and scenic views. Craving culture or a night out? Downtown Hayward offers local restaurants, breweries, and a lively farmers' market, and you're a short drive from Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco for museums, theater, and weekend adventures. Easy access to Bay Area attractions makes this a great spot for travel clinicians who want both suburban calm and big-city options.
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