Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Oakland, CA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Oakland, CA. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active California COTA license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing facility or long-term care settings preferred.
• Ability to perform 5x8 schedule and provide therapeutic interventions for geriatric populations preferred.
• Must be able to collaborate with interdisciplinary team and follow care plans.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0830-1630.
• Schedule: 5x8 (five days per week, eight-hour shifts).
• May be expected to work some weekends, per client preference.
• Open to long-term contract with potential for permanent conversion.

Location Highlights

Oakland offers an urban, culturally vibrant setting with quick access to outdoor recreation and regional transit. The city sits on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay and is a 15–25 minute ferry or BART ride to downtown San Francisco. Lake Merritt is a central waterfront landmark with a one-mile promenade, and Redwood Regional Park is about 20 minutes east and provides extensive hiking on redwood-lined trails. The Jack London Square waterfront features restaurants and transit connections, and the nearby Berkeley and Rockridge neighborhoods offer diverse dining and arts options within a 10–20 minute drive. For weekend adventures, Point Reyes National Seashore and Mount Tamalpais are within a 1–1.5 hour drive, supporting coastal and mountainous outdoor activities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting others. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package beginning on day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a Travel COTA and gain flexibility, stability, and growth. Choose from direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts while maintaining professional development and career mobility.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.