Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - $1,448 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Oakland, California.

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 05/18/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

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 or ability to obtain state licensure prior to start.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
• Ability to work with geriatric populations and manage ADL retraining, adaptive equipment recommendations, and documentation in electronic medical records preferred.
• Client request: willingness to work some weekends as needed (preferred).

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 08:30–16:30.
• Schedule Pattern: 5x8.
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (contract weeks noted by client).
• Client note: open to long-term contracts and perm conversions.

Location Highlights

Explore Oakland, CA while working near Bay Area amenities. Oakland is adjacent to San Francisco across the Bay Bridge, with BART transit linking downtown Oakland to San Francisco in about 20–30 minutes. The city offers outdoor options such as Lake Merritt and Joaquin Miller Park within city limits, and Redwood Regional Park about a 20–30 minute drive for hiking. Cultural attractions include the Fox Theater and the Oakland Museum, and the Jack London Square waterfront district provides dining and ferry access. The area supports an urban-suburban lifestyle with diverse neighborhoods, regional parks, and easy access to major Bay Area freeways and public transit for weekend exploration.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting others. Benefit offerings are available starting your first day.

• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan available.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• Travel and license reimbursement available.
• Housing options may be available.

EEO Statement

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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442165. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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.