Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Start Date: 12-15-2025
End Date: 03-14-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Sunday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (day)
Hours per Week: 35
Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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
- Assess patients' functional abilities and needs to develop meaningful, patient-centered treatment plans
- Implement therapeutic interventions and adaptive techniques to improve daily living skills
- Document progress clearly and timely to ensure continuity of care and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and maximize patient outcomes
- Educate patients and families on adaptive strategies, equipment usage, and home safety
- Advocate for patient needs and support smooth transitions across levels of care
Qualifications
- Active COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) credential
- Current California OTA licensure or eligibility to obtain California licensure
- Comfort working in a post-acute/rehab setting and delivering hands-on patient care
- Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with clinicians and families
- Willingness to complete facility onboarding requirements and maintain required immunizations
Education
- Associate degree or diploma from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in therapeutic interventions for ADLs, adaptive equipment, and mobility support
- Ability to perform patient assessments and document measurable goals
- Familiarity with post-acute rehabilitation workflows and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Strong clinical judgment, time management, and patient education abilities
- Comfortable with electronic documentation systems and charting
Benefits
- Competitive pay with a guaranteed 35 hours per week — dependable income during your assignment
- Generous housing stipend to help you settle in quickly
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional needs
- Travel reimbursement so you can get to work with ease
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- A supportive, collaborative team that values your contributions
- Referral bonus program — share the opportunity and get rewarded
Travel Perks: Explore Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara sits in the heart of Silicon Valley, so you'll have plenty to explore on your days off: catch a game or concert at Levi's Stadium, visit the hands-on Intel Museum, and enjoy family fun at California's Great America. Nearby Santana Row and downtown San Jose offer great dining, shopping, and nightlife. For quick weekend escapes, drive to the Santa Cruz beaches and boardwalk, or head north to San Francisco for iconic sights, museums, and culinary adventures.
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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