Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Salinas, CA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$1,648/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Qualifications
- Minimum of 70%
Description
We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a great facility. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you’ll help patients regain the skills they need for everyday life. If you’re ready to make a real difference, apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.
Minimum Requirements
- Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college
- Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
- BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
- Active OTA License
- Strong Documentation and Time-Management Skills
- Flexible and Collaborative Mindset
Assignment Details
- Schedule preference: Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
- Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
- Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
- 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
- Competitive Referral Bonuses
- 100% Paid Housing Available
- Travel & License Reimbursement
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Travel COTA and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.
Location Highlights
Salinas offers access to Monterey Bay destinations and Central Coast outdoor recreation. Monterey is about 20 miles away and features Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, while Carmel-by-the-Sea is roughly 30 miles from Salinas. Pinnacles National Park is about 35 miles east and is known for hiking trails and talus caves, and the area also provides access to the Pacific Coast Highway for coastal drives. Oldtown Salinas includes the National Steinbeck Center and a walkable downtown district, and the city sits in Monterey County with convenient regional access to Highway 101.
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.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
1 nurse recommends working with Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About Salinas, CA
As a Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in Salinas, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high: 72°F, average low: 52°F.
- Winter average high: 63°F, average low: 43°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching due to demand.
- Car friendly city with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include diabetes and obesity.
- Salinas has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Rich art and music scene with various cultural events.
- Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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