Location: Savannah, GA

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift (exact start/end times not specified by facility; typical daytime schedule)

Hours per Week: 32

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 compassionate occupational therapy services to skilled nursing residents, focused on improving daily living skills
• Assist with evaluations and implement treatment plans developed with the OT team
• Document resident progress clearly and timely to support continuity of care
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and family members to create meaningful goals
• Teach residents and caregivers strategies to increase independence and safety
• Maintain therapy equipment and ensure a safe treatment environment
• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings to advocate for residents

Qualifications

• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential
• Comfortable working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting
• Open to all experience levels — any experience accepted, including New Grads
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for resident and family education
• Ability to meet the requested start date of 2026-02-23

Education

• COTA certification (typically requires an associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant)

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of therapeutic activities and adaptive techniques for older adults
• Skilled in ADL training, transfers, and mobility assistance
• Proficient documentation and clinical reasoning skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team
• Time management and caseload organization
• Resident-centered care and family education strategies

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend options for travel clinicians
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
• Life insurance for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off to recharge between contracts
• Travel reimbursement and assistance with travel logistics
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required credentials
• Referral bonus program and recognition for team players
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values your contributions

Travel Perks: Explore Savannah, GA

Savannah welcomes you with historic cobblestone streets, the beautiful Forsyth Park, and the bustling River Street lined with shops and restaurants. Enjoy ghost tours of the Historic District, explore the Bonaventure Cemetery, or take a short drive to Tybee Island for beaches, birding, and fresh seafood. Weekend escapes to Charleston (~2 hours) or Jacksonville (~2.5 hours) are also easy to plan—perfect for making the most of your time between shifts.

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