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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Decatur, IL
Agency: Towne U.S. LLC
Pay: $1,709 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
AlliedTravelCareers is working with Towne U.S. LLC to find a qualified Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Decatur, Illinois, 62526!
About the Job:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team! In this role, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality patient care. As a travel COTA, you'll have the opportunity to explore new locations while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives.
What We Offer:
- Competitive weekly pay and comprehensive benefits.
- Housing and travel stipends to support your assignments.
- Flexibility to explore new locations every 13 weeks.
- Ongoing support from our dedicated team to ensure smooth transitions between contracts.
- Assist in implementing occupational therapy treatment plans to support patients’ rehabilitation goals.
- Help patients perform therapeutic activities to enhance their independence in daily living skills.
- Monitor and document patient progress, providing updates to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.
- Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic exercises and techniques for continued progress at home.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.
- Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) from an accredited program.
- Active state licensure or eligibility for licensure in multiple states (assistance provided for travel placements).
- Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred; new grads with strong clinical skills are welcome to apply.
- Adaptability to different healthcare settings, including skilled nursing, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home health.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Passion for patient-centered care and willingness to travel for new assignments.
About Towne U.S. LLC
Towne U.S. is a proud member of the Towne Family of Companies, which has been building community and opportunity since 1991. Born from a commitment to people-first values, Towne U.S. extends the Towne legacy into the world of healthcare staffing—specializing in placing travel physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and allied professionals across the United States.
With a foundation rooted in over three decades of operational excellence and service, Towne U.S. brings a uniquely personal approach to travel healthcare. Each provider is supported by a dedicated Journey Advisor, ensuring transparency, trust, and tailored guidance throughout every assignment.
Our mission is simple: connect passionate professionals with life-changing opportunities—while being radically transparent every step of the way. As part of the Towne Family, we inherit a deep tradition of integrity, compassion, and operational excellence, and we strive to embody those values in everything we do.
Requirements
Required for Onboarding
- OT/COTA
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Salary : $1,709