Location: Palo Alto, CA

Start Date: 01-15-2026

End Date: 04-16-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Part-time, 30 hours/week; schedule varies (specific days and start/end times to be confirmed) — 13-week contract starting 2026-01-15

Hours per Week: 30

Candidate Pay Rate: $43 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 interventions as a COTA to support patient goals
• Collaborate with OTs, PTs, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to create cohesive care plans
• Document patient progress and treatment plans clearly and timely in the medical record
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and home program strategies
• Adapt therapeutic activities to meet each patient’s functional needs and safety requirements
• Participate in discharge planning and communicate recommendations to the care team
• Maintain treatment equipment and ensure a safe therapy environment

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential required
• California state licensure/registration or eligibility to obtain licensure in CA
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or required per facility policy
• Ability to provide care with compassion, strong communication skills, and teamwork mindset
• Comfort working in varied clinical settings and adapting to changing schedules

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program (Associate degree or diploma)

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of occupational therapy assessment and intervention techniques
• Skilled in therapeutic activity planning and ADL training
• Proficient documentation and care-plan communication
• Ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team
• Time management and caseload prioritization skills
• Familiarity with common assistive devices and adaptive equipment

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your contract comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so credentialing is one less worry
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and help with relocation logistics
• Supportive team environment where your contributions matter
• Professional development and CE support to grow your skills
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great people on board

Travel Perks: Explore Palo Alto, CA

Palo Alto offers a delightful mix of outdoor and cultural attractions. Enjoy walks and scenic views at the Stanford Dish and Foothills Park, explore the Cantor Arts Center and the Stanford campus, and stroll University Avenue for great dining and boutique shopping. Nature lovers will appreciate the Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve and nearby coastal escapes in Santa Cruz. Quick trips to San Francisco, Napa wine country, and Silicon Valley tech landmarks make weekends easy and varied.

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