Location: Brockton, MA

Start Date: 01-19-2026

End Date: 04-18-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified (confirm with recruiter), 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Day shift

Hours per Week: 35

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

• Provide skilled occupational therapy assistant care under the supervision of an OTR to help patients regain independence
• Implement individualized treatment plans and document patient progress with clarity
• Use evidence-based therapeutic activities to improve functional outcomes
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to create coordinated care plans
• Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques, safety and home programming
• Monitor and communicate changes in patient status to the supervising therapist
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and comply with facility policies

Qualifications

• Active COTA certification (required)
• Eligibility for or current Massachusetts state licensure/registration for OTA (obtainable prior to start)
• BLS/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Previous experience in rehab, skilled nursing, or outpatient settings preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a team-first attitude

Education

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant or equivalent from an accredited program

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in ADL retraining and therapeutic activity planning
• Familiarity with documentation standards and care planning
• Ability to adapt treatments for diverse adult and geriatric populations
• Good clinical reasoning, time management, and patient education skills
• Comfortable using common rehab equipment and adaptive devices

Benefits

• Generous travel support and housing assistance for contract clinicians
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make paperwork easier
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Professional development and continuing education support
• A supportive rehabilitation team that values your skills and growth
• Flexible scheduling conversations — we know work-life balance matters
• Referral bonus program to reward you for great teammates

Travel Perks: Explore Brockton, MA

This contract position places you in Brockton, a city with a mix of urban conveniences and nearby outdoor escapes. Explore the Fuller Craft Museum for art exhibits, enjoy scenic walks and trails at Borderland State Park and D.W. Field Park, and sample local restaurants and cafés downtown. For weekend adventures, Boston is an easy drive for dining and cultural events, Plymouth’s historic sites are within reach, and Cape Cod beaches are available for quick getaways. Plenty of local parks and community events make Brockton a comfortable home base between shifts.

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