Location: Quincy, Illinois

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $55 - $38.5 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

• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to improve strength, coordination, fine motor skills, and functional performance
• Assist patients with therapeutic activities, adaptive techniques, and the use of assistive devices
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and strategies to maximize independence
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to ensure high-quality patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with clinic and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) License
• Associate Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current CPR/BLS Certification (if required by the clinic)
• Outpatient experience preferred but not required
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills

Education

• Associate Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Knowledge & Skills

• Evidence-based occupational therapy interventions
• Adaptive techniques and assistive devices
• Patient progress monitoring and communication
• Home exercise program education
• Collaboration with rehabilitation team
• Documentation compliance

Benefits

• Competitive weekly gross pay
• Consistent 36-hour work week
• 13-week contract assignment
• Modern outpatient clinical setting
• Professional growth opportunities
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment

Travel Perks: Explore Quincy, Illinois

Located on the Mississippi River, Quincy offers historic architecture, scenic river views, and outdoor activities like hiking and biking. Explore Quincy's charming downtown, visit the Quincy Museum, or enjoy a riverboat cruise. Weekend trips to Hannibal, MO, or Springfield, IL, are easy drives.

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